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On a sun-drenched nudist beach, João encounters Vanya, a mysterious Russian whose sorrowful gaze and dramatic presence disrupt the calm of Portuguese Beach №19, a known gay haven. As João strives to uncover the pain behind Vanya’s despair, their conversation turns into a tense improvisation, revealing a haunting tale of forbidden love and loss. Amidst the beauty of paradise, their unexpected connection is shadowed by uncertainty—João senses the encounter spiraling toward a tragic climax, unsure if he’s witnessing genuine vulnerability or the act of a manipulator.
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How long is The Act?
The Act has a runtime of 16m ( and 16 minutes).
Who directed The Act?
The Act was directed by Nikita Loyk and released in 2025.
Who stars in The Act?
The cast of The Act includes Pedro Fontes, Ilya Khodyrev, Maria Zykova, Michael Misha.
