Once again, Portuguese auteur Miguel Gomes delivers a film in which the most complex sophistication coexists with innocence and charm. It is elegant, eccentric, and requires indulgence. The British characters are played by Portuguese actors speaking Portuguese, adding an unconventional touch to the narrative.
But quite unlike any other film in the Cannes competition, it leaves you with a gentle, bemused smile on your face. The story, co-written by Gomes, could be adapted from something by Somerset Maugham, but is instead an original screenplay, evoking colonial settings and characters.
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