A Sovereign Dream (2016) – Plot Summary – IMDb
In August 1903, the King of Portugal, Dom Carlos I, proceeds, by Royal Charter, with the sale of the Forte Sao Jose’ – located on a small islet near the city of Funchal. In October 2000, the old fort is acquired by Professor Renato A Barros, without him even knowing that the Royal Charter documented not only the sale of the property but also the dominion over the islet. Overnight, the Professor becomes the Prince.
A Sovereign Dream – Trailer
Directed by Gonçalo Portugal Guerra
Starring Renato A Barros as Dom Renato I, Prince of Pontinha
Starring Francisco Assis as Renato’s Lawyer
Starring Maria Tresa Barros as Renato’s Mother
Link to the Filmin streaming service, where you can find the full video
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