A Mother Goes To The Beach

UMA MÃE VAI À PRAIA

(A Mother Goes To The Beach)

Synopsis

Teresa, a single mother, spends a day at the beach with her six-year-old son, Benji, and her sister Marga, who is visiting Portugal for a summer vacation. What begins as a simple family outing becomes increasingly stressful, as Marga’s constant comparisons and criticisms of Benji strain their relationship.

A heartfelt exploration of family dynamics, sibling rivalry, and motherhood.

Short Film Details

Duration: 15:30

Director: Pedro Hasrouny

Genre: Dramedy, Family

Festival Selections

The film has been honored to participate in prestigious film festivals worldwide, including:

Curta Cinema Rio de Janeiro International Short Film Festival, 2024 (Brazil)

IndieLisboa International Film Festival, 2024 (Portugal)

Curtas Vila Do Conde, 2024 (Portugal)

Concorto Film Festival, 2024 (Italy)

Caminhos International Short Film Festival, 2024 (Portugal)

The São Paulo International Short Film Festival - Kino Forum, 2024 (Brazil)

Malter FilmFest, 2024 (Hungary)

MOV - International Student Film Festival of Pernambuco, 2024 (Brazil)

Aesthetica Film Festival, 2024 (UK)

78th Salerno International Film Festival, 2024 (Italy)

The Beijing International Short Film Festival (BISFF), 2024 (China)

Awards & Recognition

Best Master's Short Film – Sophia Estudante, Portuguese Academy of Cinema

Best International Short Film – MOV - International Student Film Festival of Pernambuco, 2024

Audience Award – MOV - International Student Film Festival of Pernambuco, 2024