Fragments of an Alms-Film

Maria works in a German umbrella factory as the foreman of the production sector. João Lucas has given up on living a normal life and practically lives in bed, in the midst of green plants. His father expressly desired that his son film this eccentric daily life in 8 mm format. Maria’s wages are dilapidated to the last penny by this amateur, monstrous, family movie production.

Fragments of an Alms-Film was released on January 1, 1972.

Fragments of an Alms-Film runs 1 hour 15 minutes (75 minutes).

Fragments of an Alms-Film was directed by João César Monteiro.

The cast of Fragments of an Alms-Film includes Manuela de Freitas (Maria), João Perry (João Lucas), Luís Miguel Cintra (Narrator (voice)), Dalila Rocha (The Wife) and Fernando Ducla Soares (The Husband).