Articles for tag: adolescence, Berlin International Film Festival, Berlinale 2012, cinematic realism, coming-of-age, European cinema, family drama, Golden Bear winner, João Salaviza, Lisbon, minimalistic filmmaking, Portuguese cinema

Rafa

Rafa: A Tale of Resilience in Urban Lisbon

Rafa is a critically acclaimed Portuguese short film that deftly uses a slice-of-life scenario to examine broader social issues. Through a restrained aesthetic, a powerful central performance, and an intimate directorial vision, “Rafa” offers a poignant glimpse into a young teenager’s struggle and the socio-economic forces that shape his reality. Its success at the Berlinale ...