2009Nominee
Best Director
Ruins
João Nicolau
Actor · Director · Writer
Lisbon, Portugal
Biography
Born in Lisbon, this João Nicolau is a prominent voice in contemporary Portuguese cinema, known for his playful and imaginative films. He is also an editor, actor, and musician. His works often focus on young people and blend elements of the everyday with fairy-tale whimsy.
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Representative Works
Awards and Honors
Critical Favorites
2009Nominee
Best Director
Song of Love and Health
2026Nominee
Best Performance
Providence and the Guitar
Career Highlights
2019Highlight
Best Performance
Lupo
2013Highlight
Best Director
Wild Haggis
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Providence and the Guitar