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Self (2020): Cast

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Self is a 2020 short film directed by Rafael Thomaseto, starring Jota Barletta as Fernando, Theodoro Cochrane and Giovanni de Lorenzi. It runs 14 minutes and was made on a reported $20,000 budget.

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Self (2020) movie poster
Released
Runtime
14 min
Director
Rafael Thomaseto
Original language
Portuguese
Budget
$20K
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Self About?

The premise of Self without spoilers.

A sixteen-year-old boy named Fernando, living in the conservative countryside of Sao Paulo, grapples with feelings of isolation and the pressures of his peers. After being relentlessly teased for his virginity, he agrees to meet an older man he connected with online. Seeking anonymity, they meet in a secluded area of the woods. What Fernando anticipates as a romantic experience quickly turns into a traumatic event, leaving a lasting impact on his life and forcing him to confront his hidden identity.

Self Themes & Keywords

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  • male rear nudity
  • gay
  • male rape
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Cast & crew

Self Cast & Characters

Jota Barletta leads the cast as Fernando, with Theodoro Cochrane as Edson and Giovanni de Lorenzi as Gabriel. Directed by Rafael Thomaseto; 6 actors are credited in all.

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Self FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, budget, post-credit scenes and language of Self, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Self?

Self runs 14 minutes.

When was Self released?

Self was released on November 12, 2020.

Who directed Self?

Self was directed by Rafael Thomaseto.

Who is in the cast of Self?

Self stars Jota Barletta as Fernando, Theodoro Cochrane as Edson and Giovanni de Lorenzi as Gabriel, among 6 credited actors.

What was the budget of Self?

Self had a reported budget of $20,000.

Does Self have a post-credit scene?

No. Self has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Self in?

The original language of Self is Portuguese.

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