The Way He Looks (Hoje Eu Quero Voltar Sozinho)

[Sara Alva]

This movie is based on a short that I absolutely love-- sweet with a touch of angst and a happy ending. The full-length version just won an award for best feature film at a Berlin film festival. Can't wait till it makes it to the U.S.! (well, I'm really impatient, so if they release it with Spanish subtitles first I'll probably go for that ).

 

“The Way He Looks” tells the story of a blind teenager searching for independence and coming to terms with his feelings for his best friend and his new neighbor. 

 

(turn on English subtitles if you don't speak Portuguese)

 

 

 

[Bill W]

Looks interesting, but there were speaking so fast that I couldn't keep up with the subtitles... lol 

[Ron]

It does look interesting but the constant cutting to a new scene was irritating. I dislike when previews are like this, it doesn't allow me a good feel for the movie.

[Sara Alva]

I'll admit it's not the best trailer ever. I just have a better feel for the movie, as I've read the synopsis and seen the short. And I really think it's gonna be good! (fingers crossed).

[Sara Alva]

Apparently I feel like being their promoter (so much easier to promote someone who is not me! ) 

 

 

Synopsis from their website: 

 

​Leonardo is a blind teenager feeling overprotected by all of those around him. Struggling towards a more independent life, he has to overcome the vulnerability orbiting his condition.

 

At home, his mother won't let him do things by himself, or even be alone. At school, his best friend, Giovana, leaves no room for him to stand up for himself before all the bullying. Besides, he's never been kissed and is pretty confident that no one would consider dating the blind kid.

 

Seeing no way out, Leonardo considers going on an exchange program, hoping he could start fresh. Things take an unexpected turn when Gabriel, a new student in town, arrives at school, becoming friends with him and Giovana. Leonardo gravitates towards Gabriel, excited to be friends with someone who acts differently from everyone else.

 

Meanwhile, Giovana has to balance her infatuation with the new kid and the jealousy she feels for sharing her old pal. Glimpsing a possible way to independence in this unfamiliar and yet comforting new friendship, Leonardo changes the way he looks at himself and experiences the blossoming of new and intense feelings towards Gabriel.

 

http://www.thewayhelooks.com/#!about/c10fk

[asamvav111]

I have seen the movie. I recommend this. It is a sweet beautiful tale!

[Sasha Distan]

this i have to see.

[Sara Alva]

I have seen the movie. I recommend this. It is a sweet beautiful tale!

 

 

You saw the full movie?? Where?? (I ask not at all desperately ). Or do you mean the short?

[Ieshwar]

It looks very beautiful. Hoping to see it.

 

Thanks for sharing, Sara. 

[Thorn Wilde]

I absolutely love the short, and I've been looking forward to this movie for ages. Can't wait for it to become available!

[asamvav111]

I think on youtube or something!

[Sara Alva]

I think on youtube or something!

I think that's the short. The full-length just premiered at a film festival, hasn't even opened in Brazil yet.

[Ashi]

I saw the short.  It was absolutely adorable and marvelous.  Can't wait to see the full version.

[Former Member]

saw the short months ago, seemed cute, Glad there will be a full version  

[Zombie]

It does look interesting but the constant cutting to a new scene was irritating. I dislike when previews are like this, it doesn't allow me a good feel for the movie.

 

The original short is brilliant - 17 minutes of delight - so if you've not seen it why not skip the trailer and watch the short? The filmmakers have posted it on Youtube for free access in HD with excellent subtitles in most major languages. It's got a slightly different title "Eu Não Quero Voltar Sozinho". It has the same actors as the new full length movie and I can't recommend it enough. Thanks for sharing Sara

 

 

Edited February 25, 2014 by Zombie

[Ron]

The original short is brilliant - 17 minutes of delight 

 

 

Agreed, it works amazingly well as a short. It will be interesting to see what they do with it as a movie.