Porto of My Childhood
2001 · Manoel de Oliveira
At a glance
Porto of My Childhood is an 80-minute Portuguese- and French-made documentary and docudrama directed by Manoel de Oliveira. Released in 2001, it looks back at Oliveira’s childhood in Porto through his narration, staged dramatic scenes, and stories and memories from that time. The film is in Portuguese and was produced by Paulo Branco. Its blend of documentary narration and dramatized recollection gives viewers a portrait shaped around personal memories of the city and its past. The film’s listed countries are Portugal and France, and Oliveira is both its maker and director. For viewers exploring documentary films that draw on childhood recollections or combine documentary and dramatic elements, this offers a focused account centered on Porto.
Who it is for
It may suit viewers interested in Manoel de Oliveira, Porto, or documentary films that include staged scenes. Portuguese-language viewers may find its language relevant.
What is good
- Combines documentary and docudrama genres
- Oliveira narrates childhood memories
- Set around memories of Porto
- Runtime is 80 minutes
What to know first
- The listed language is Portuguese
Verdict
Porto of My Childhood brings together narration, staged scenes, and remembered stories in a portrait of Oliveira’s childhood in Porto. Its documentary and docudrama elements may appeal to viewers interested in personal recollection on film.
Details
- Year
- 2001wikidata.org · 3 Oct 2026
- Runtime
- 80 minwikidata.org · 3 Oct 2026
- Director
- Manoel de Oliveirawikidata.org · 3 Oct 2026
- Country
- Portugal, Francewikidata.org · 3 Oct 2026
- IMDb
- tt0296809wikidata.org · 3 Oct 2026
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Sources
- wikidata.org/wiki/Q3399357· checked 3 Oct 2026
- en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Porto_of_My_Childhood· checked 2 Oct 2026