short-film

synopsis
a fear with two big faces is a reflection on the complex interplay between memory, emotion, and physical spaces. it explores themes of nostalgia, longing, and the persistence of past emotions in the present. it suggests that a place can evoke memories of love and suffering, implying that physical surroundings have a powerful influence on our emotional experiences.

context
a fear with two big faces (um medo com duas grandes faces) stemmed from an invitation to join pla•tô – a collaborative venture between ao cabo teatro and gretua, aimed at reimagining the cityscape of aveiro. each artist was assigned a specific location in the city from which they crafted a text, later transformed into an audiovisual piece. the project premiered in july at festival dos canais, a multidisciplinary arts event that transforms the city into an open-air stage.