‘Dreaming of Lions’ Is an Absurdist Black Comedy on Euthanasia Inspired by Its Director’s Experiences
The Hollywood ReporterStory by Georg Szalai
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A terminally ill woman's quest for a peaceful end-of-life leads her to a bizarre assisted suicide company in this absurdist black comedy inspired by the director's personal experiences.
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- The film's title is a nod to Hemingway's 'The Old Man and the Sea', with the director connecting the imagery of 'peace, serenity, and happiness' that the protagonist Gilda longs for.
- The director's own father, who was unable to die peacefully due to lack of euthanasia rights, inspired the film, with one of his favorite songs featured in the movie.
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Paulo Marinou-Blanco, Denise Fraga, João Nunes Monteiro, Joy Transition International, Dreaming of Lions