Two Times João Liberada

Overview

João, an actress from Lisbon, as she stars in a biopic about Liberada, a gender-nonconforming figure persecuted by the Portuguese Inquisition in the 18th century. The film's production becomes a battleground as João clashes with the director over how Liberada’s legacy should be portrayed. These tensions deepen as João's dreams are increasingly haunted by Liberada's ghost, blurring the lines between past and present. When the director succumbs to a mysterious paralysis, leaving the film unfinished, João is left to navigate the unfolding chaos. She faces unanswerable questions, not only about the film's future but also about her own connection to Liberada’s spirit and story.

Cast

June João

João / Liberada

André Tecedeiro

Director

Jenny Larrue

Diana / Sister Engrácia

Caio Amado Soares

Caio / Franco

Eloísa d'Ascensão

Peasant Woman

Tiago Aires Lêdo

Peasant Man

Alice Azevedo

Alice / Sister Beatriz