Two Times João Liberada

Release Date: 2026-06-18

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.

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Cast

June João

as João / Liberada

André Tecedeiro

as Director

Jenny Larrue

as Diana / Sister Engrácia

Caio Amado Soares

as Caio / Franco

Eloísa d'Ascensão

as Peasant Woman