emigration,squatter,methadone,housing development

Colossal Youth (2006)

Poster for Colossal Youth

After the Portuguese government demolishes his slum and relocates him to a housing project on the outskirts of Lisbon, 75-year-old Cape Verde immigrant Ventura wanders between his new and old homes, reconnecting with people from his past.

Cast & Crew

Director
Pedro Costa
  • Profile picture of Ventura
    Ventura Ventura
  • Profile picture of Vanda Duarte
    Vanda Vanda Duarte
  • Profile picture of Gustavo Sumpta
    Gustavo Sumpta

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Keywords

  • emigration
  • squatter
  • methadone
  • housing development