Rui Carlos - 2025

Rui Carlos 2025 Directed by Margarida Paias

In the mid-1980s, during a summer day, Rui Carlos and his friends Maranau and Tomané enjoy their free time in the neighborhood, between football matches and playful games. Rui Carlos repairs his worn-out shoes and heads out to borrow a valuable football from their neighbor, Dona Olinda, who daily entrusts it to him. As the teams are chosen and the game begins, typical neighborhood interruptions ensue: a visit from Mascote the dog, a break for lunch, and spontaneous games. But when the ball gets punctured, Rui Carlos is left to face responsibility and the realities of growing up.

Country Portugal

Production Country Portugal

Language Portuguese

Spoken Language Portuguese

Gnere Drama

Production Company Bravado Filmes

Release Date 15 July 2025

14 mins