A Raposa da Deserta (2015)

A Raposa da Deserta (2015) poster

This is the incredible story of the only inhabitant of the Desert Island, in the Algarve. Fernando Alves, 66, the Hemingway mustache, is a fisherman, a cook, a communicator and an inventor. He has lived alone on the island since 1981. This is a documentary about life, loneliness and friendship, about an alternative way of living outside major urban centers, in harmony with nature and with oneself. It is a film about a lonely man, generous and full of sense of humour that makes us question our own lives and routines. They call him "The Fox of the Desert".

Director: Pedro Neves
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 89 min
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Country: Portugal
Language: Português
Original Language: pt
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is A Raposa da Deserta about?
This is the incredible story of the only inhabitant of the Desert Island, in the Algarve. Fernando Alves, 66, the Hemingway mustache, is a fisherman, a cook, a communicator and an inventor. He has lived alone on the island since 1981. This is a documentary about life, loneliness and friendship, about an alternative way of living outside major urban centers, in harmony with nature and with oneself. It is a film about a lonely man, generous and full of sense of humour that makes us question our own lives and routines. They call him "The Fox of the Desert".
Who directed A Raposa da Deserta?
A Raposa da Deserta was directed by Pedro Neves.
How long is A Raposa da Deserta?
A Raposa da Deserta has a runtime of 1h 29m (89 minutes).
What genre is A Raposa da Deserta?
A Raposa da Deserta is a Documentary film.
Where was A Raposa da Deserta produced?
A Raposa da Deserta was produced in Portugal.