Antigone, or the Story of Sara Benoliel

Antigone, or the Story of Sara Benoliel 2025 Directed by Francisco Mira Godinho Antígona ou a História de Sara Benoliel

“A State for one man is no State at all” are the words from Sophocles’ Antigone. Sara has lost her brother to Covid–19. She wants nothing more than to say goodbye to her brother with a traditional burial that respects the Cape Verdean culture and grave site. In a world silenced and halted by the pandemic, the young woman connects with her community and memories.

Country Portugal

Production Country Portugal

Language Portuguese

Spoken Language Portuguese

Gnere Drama

Production Company Omaja Filmes

Release Date 6 May 2025

20 mins