Fora da lei (2006)
Lesbian couple Teresa and Lena made national news in Portugal when they applied to get married. Leonor Areal's camera follows them, one amid scores of reporters' cameras, as they deal with the denial of their petition, and, more significantly, with the negative fallout the publicity generates. Though seeking equal rights, in the process of being recognizable public figures, the two women and their daughters instead find themselves facing even greater discrimination in housing, work, and school.
Director: Leonor Areal
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 82 min
Release Date: October 21, 2006
Editing: Leonor Areal
Country: Portugal
Language: English, Português
Original Language: pt
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Fora da lei about?
- Lesbian couple Teresa and Lena made national news in Portugal when they applied to get married. Leonor Areal's camera follows them, one amid scores of reporters' cameras, as they deal with the denial of their petition, and, more significantly, with the negative fallout the publicity generates. Though seeking equal rights, in the process of being recognizable public figures, the two women and their daughters instead find themselves facing even greater discrimination in housing, work, and school.
- Who directed Fora da lei?
- Fora da lei was directed by Leonor Areal.
- How long is Fora da lei?
- Fora da lei has a runtime of 1h 22m (82 minutes).
- What genre is Fora da lei?
- Fora da lei is a Documentary film.
- Where was Fora da lei produced?
- Fora da lei was produced in Portugal.