Doclisboa2026 - Heart Beat | Chicho o mientras el cuerpo aguante (una comedia didáctica)
Doclisboa2026 - Heart Beat | Chicho o mientras el..
Cinema 5€
Sunday 25 October · 15:30
Fernando Trueba's 1982 second feature, presented in a version restored by ECAM from the original 16mm negative, portrays composer and philosopher Chicho Sánchez Ferlosio — who wrote resistance songs against Franco — in his daily life and reflections, blending documentary portrait, musical, philosophical conversation and comedy. Portuguese premiere on 25 October at São Jorge.
Screenings 25 Oct / 15.30, São Jorge, Sala M. Oliveira Chicho o mientras el cuerpo aguante (una comedia didáctica) Fernando Trueba • 1982 • Spain • 89' • DCP Portuguese Premiere Restored film Synopsis Released in 1982, Fernando Trueba's second feature is now presented in a version restored by ECAM from the original 16mm negative. The son of Falangist writer Rafael Sánchez Mazas, composer and philosopher Chicho Sánchez Ferlosio devoted himself to writing songs of resistance against Franco. Already withdrawn from political and social life, he is portrayed in his daily routine and reflections, alongside his partner Rosa, through his songs. The film moves freely between documentary portrait, musical film, philosophical conversation and comedy, with the shooting itself becoming part of the film. Prices General - 5€ Reduced mobility - 5€