O Miúdo da Bica

O Miúdo da Bica

1963 · 84 min · ★ 8.0 · Music, Drama

The life of Fernando Farinha, from kid where he ran away to school - to sing the fado, and the condescension of the parents, although aspiring to have an "honest" job.

Directed by Constantino Esteves

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