The Fontainhas Collection
Films by Pedro Costa set in the neighborhood of Fontainhas with recurring characters Vanda, Ventura and Vitalina.
Franchise Evolution & Timeline Analysis
The The Fontainhas Collection has evolved significantly over a span of -4 years, growing from a singular narrative into a complex cinematic universe. With 5 interconnected entries, tracking the consistency of the franchise reveals fascinating trends in audience sentiment.
The "Series" Benchmark: 6.9/10
The franchise maintains a steady average rating of 6.9. While most series experience "Sequel Fatigue," The Fontainhas Collection has managed to keep its narrative quality relatively stable, with Colossal Youth standing out as the peak cinematic achievement.
Continuity vs. Commercial Appeal
Our data indicates that while the "Release Order" is preferred for first-time viewers, the "Chronological Order" provides a much deeper understanding of the world-building within the The Fontainhas Collection. The timeline highlights a clear three-act structure across all chapters.
Timeline & Watch Order
We recommend watching the The Fontainhas Collection franchise in the following order to fully experience the narrative expansion.
Ossos
After a suicidal teenage girl gives birth, she misguidedly entrusts her baby’s safety to the troubled, deadbeat father, whose violent actions take the viewer on...
In Vanda's Room
An unflinching, fragmentary look at a handful of self-destructive, marginalized people, but taking as main focus the heroin-addicted Vanda Duarte....
Colossal Youth
After the Portuguese government demolishes his slum and relocates him to a housing project on the outskirts of Lisbon, 75-year-old Cape Verde immigrant Ventura ...
Horse Money
While the young captains lead the revolution in the streets, the people of Fontainhas search for Ventura, lost in the woods....
Vitalina Varela
A Cape Verdean woman navigates her way through Lisbon, following the scanty physical traces her deceased husband left behind and discovering his secret, illicit...
Common Questions about The Fontainhas Collection
How many movies are in the The Fontainhas Collection?
There are currently 5 movies in the The Fontainhas Collection, starting from In Vanda's Room to the latest release, Ossos.
What is the best order to watch the The Fontainhas Collection?
The best way to watch the The Fontainhas Collection is usually in release order: starting with In Vanda's Room and ending with Ossos. Check our timeline for the full chronological breakdown.
Which is the highest-rated movie in the The Fontainhas Collection?
According to movieMx ratings, the fans have a strong preference for Colossal Youth in this franchise.