This Portuguese film offers a poignant snapshot of a nuclear family through the seasons, focusing on their emotional ties and daily life. Centered on Otavio, who produces wine on their land, the narrative intertwines personal growth and generational changes as their eldest child, Tomas, prepares for university. The enchanting landscape of the Douro river plays a crucial role, enriching the film's atmosphere. However, the script sometimes veers into sentimentality, overshadowing the depth of familial interactions, ultimately creating a warm but overly sweet cinematic experience.
The film paints a nostalgic portrait of a family over a year, infused with humor and melancholy, rooted in its atmospheric landscape of the Douro river.
Antonio Sequeira's script has a touch of sentimental theatricality, yet it gracefully captures the subtle complexities of familial ties and generational shifts.
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