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Light Drops (2002)
Director: Fernando Vendrell
Cast: Luís Sarmento, Marco D'Almeida, Teresa Madruga, Carla Bolito
Runtime103 min
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Rui was raised in Mozambique in a small village at the frontier of a mysterious river. Son of Portuguese colonists, his best friend is Ana, a black girl godchild of his mother. At fourteen he is confronted with the tragic destruction of his childhood and has to learn to recognize two distinct realities - the European and the African.
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Light Drops (2002), directed by Fernando Vendrell, is a critically acclaimed drama that explores the complex dynamics between Portuguese colonists and the local African population in Mozambique. The film has not received major awards recognition, but its thoughtful portrayal of conflicting realities has resonated with audiences, earning it a solid rating of 7.1/10 on IMDb.
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Fans of character-driven dramas will appreciate the unique perspective of Light Drops, a 2002 film by director Fernando Vendrell that explores the complexities of growing up in a Mozambique divided between European and African culture through the eyes of a young biracial boy.