Dreaming of Lions

Dreaming of Lions is a blend of comedy, drama, fantasy, and romance centered on Gilda, a woman facing a terminal illness. Desperate to pass away without suffering, she finds that her own attempts to end her life result in comedic failures. This leads her to seek professional assistance to achieve her goal. In her search, she encounters Amadeu, a shy young man who is seeking similar help.

The film was written and directed by Paolo Marinou-Blanco, who also served as a producer alongside Justin Amorim. This production is a collaboration between companies from Brazil, Spain, and Portugal. The main cast features Denise Fraga in the role of Gilda and João Nunes Monteiro as Amadeu, supported by Joana Ribeiro, Sandra Faleiro, Alexander Tuji Nam, and Roberto Bomtempo. A total of 20 actors are credited in the film. With a runtime of 87 minutes, the movie has received a positive response from a small group of viewers, holding a rating of 8/10 on TMDB based on 12 votes.