I've only watched this movie last night on a rental cd.
From the cd cover itself, I expected this to be somethin' like a romance scene in Venice Canal - ah, you know what i mean. And I was wrong! ( I like to be wrong on my movie expectations. Je-je-je! ).
This is a unique rom-com. ... funny, romantic, sentimental, dramatic with a hint of reality.
One thing that amazes me ... I never thought Portuguese are this conservative and superstitious.
I really am not familiar with the actors/actresses in this movie. But they played their parts very well. From the main characters, to the girl's family, the the guy's side kick and even the fortune teller - I'd really say their acting is awesome!
Watch this people. You'll thank me when you do.