Overview

Hipólito is a self-made man, who went up in life in devious ways, and used for profit the social turmoil when Portugal changed from a monarchy into a republic, and then to a military regime. Finally, he is forced into exile. Back in 1935 to family, friends, and lovers, he is in a mix-mesh of lies, and scheming, again.

Cast

Canto e Castro, Helena Isabel, João Lagarto, Nicolau Breyner, Vítor Norte, Virgílio Castelo, Margarida Carpinteiro, Rui Mendes

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What is "Life Is Beautiful" about?

Hipólito is a self-made man, who went up in life in devious ways, and used for profit the social turmoil when Portugal changed from a monarchy into a republic, and then to a military regime. Finally, he is forced into exile. Back in 1935 to family, friends, and lovers, he is in a mix-mesh of lies, and scheming, again.

When was "Life Is Beautiful" released?

Life Is Beautiful was released in 1982.

Who stars in "Life Is Beautiful"?

The cast includes Canto e Castro, Helena Isabel, João Lagarto, Nicolau Breyner.