The film "A Memória do Cheiro das Coisas", directed by António Ferreira, was selected as Portugal's candidate for the 2027 Oscars, in the category of Best International Film.
The feature film was entirely shot in the city of Coimbra, reinforcing the project's strong connection to the region.
António Ferreira is a filmmaker from Coimbra, meaning he was born in Coimbra, which contributed to the strong local identity of the work.
The film featured the majority participation of professionals and actors from the city of Coimbra, maintaining a close relationship with the local artistic community that collaborated in its production.
