It isn’t flawless, but it remains a worthwhile film and doesn't fail to do justice to the brilliant work of Eça de Queirós. Those who know me are aware that I tend to be quite critical of Portuguese cinema. This film isn't among the worst, though: it has shortcomings, but I believe I can grasp them and accept them, even if I can’t completely disregard them. It delivers on what it sets out to do—a plot true to Eça …