Portugal Submits Miguel Gomes’ ‘Grand Tour’ to Oscars

Award-Winning Film Nominated for Best International Feature

Portugal has submitted Miguel Gomes’ Cannes award-winning film “Grand Tour” to the international feature category at the Oscars. The black-and-white feature first premiered in Competition at Cannes, where Gomes picked up the best director prize. It also screened at Toronto and Sydney, and will play at the New York Film Festival (NYFF).

This marks Gomes’ third time representing Portugal at the Oscars, following 2008’s “Our Beloved Month Of August” and 2015’s “Arabian Nights: Volume 2 – The Desolate One”.

The film, set in 1917, stars Goncalo Waddington as a British Empire official in Burma who runs away on his wedding day, only for the jilted bride to follow him across Asia. It is produced by Portugal’s Uma Pedra No Sapato in co-production with Italy’s Vivo Film and French outfits Shellac Sud and Cinema Defacto, and in association with The Match Factory, China’s Rediance and Japan’s Creatps. The Match Factory also handles international sales.

Portugal has submitted to the Oscars every year since 1980, with one exception, and is yet to secure a nomination.

Conclusion

Portugal’s submission to the Oscars once again highlights the country’s rich cultural heritage and commitment to producing high-quality films. With “Grand Tour”, Miguel Gomes brings his unique perspective to the international stage, and audiences around the world can look forward to experiencing this exceptional film.

Frequently Asked Questions

* What is the film “Grand Tour” about?
The film is a black-and-white drama that follows a British Empire official in Burma who runs away on his wedding day, only for the jilted bride to follow him across Asia.
* Who is Miguel Gomes?
Miguel Gomes is a Portuguese film director known for his unique storytelling style and visual aesthetic.
* How many times has Portugal represented itself at the Oscars?
Portugal has submitted to the Oscars every year since 1980, with one exception.
* What is the outcome of Portugal’s previous Oscar submissions?
Portugal is yet to secure a nomination at the Oscars.