Casa de Lava

Mariana, a dedicated nurse from Lisbon, embarks on a journey to accompany a comatose immigrant worker back to his native Cape Verde. As she navigates the complexities of his return, she becomes enveloped in an abstract drama that challenges her perceptions and emotions. This voyage transcends mere transportation, leading Mariana into a labyrinth of cultural disconnection and personal discovery, ultimately revealing the depth of her own identity amidst the backdrop of the islands. Her experience intertwines duty with existential reflection in this poignant exploration of life and belonging.