29 APRIL — 09 MAY 2027

29 APRIL — 09 MAY 2027

Where Fireflies Sparkle

Clara Vieira

Portugal

2026, 18'

A group of teenagers gathers for a camping trip. While two of them try to define their romantic relationship, they are surprised by a swarm of fireflies that leads them deep into the forest.

Where Fireflies Sparkle is a sensitive and captivating portrait of adolescence and first loves. We delight in following the two protagonists as they discover desire and explore the unknown. With a fresh perspective and an authentic atmosphere, Clara Vieira transports us to the magical world of the forest, where anything seems possible. (Catherine Boutaud)

Brand New

SCREENINGS

May 02 2026, Saturday, 18:45 (82')

Cinema São Jorge, Room Manoel de Oliveira • C.447

May 05 2026, Tuesday, 19:15 (82')

Fernando Lopes Cinema • C.450

SCREENING WITH Q&A

INFO

PREMIERE TYPE

World

ORIGINAL TITLE

Onde Nascem os Pirilampos

SCRIPT

Helen Barrocas

CAST

Miguel Melro, Natália Guedes, Rodrigo Guimarães, Sofia Soares, Santiago Mateus

PHOTOGRAPHY

Baltasar Cruz

SOUND

Rafael Sousa

EDITING

João André Silva

PRODUCER

Matilde Lima (Jordão)

SALES

Portugal Film ([email protected])

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