
Side Effects
2011, Portuguese. Directed by Paulo Rebelo.
Side Effects is the story of a woman who's not afraid to believe that happiness is not only possible but the only truth to be achieved. A woman who won't give up believing in people. A woman who will fight against all adversities in order to let others not to give up a life worth living. Nowadays, the desire for happiness is a real heroic act.
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Portuguese
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- Released
- 14 December 2011
- Original title
- Efeitos Secundários
- Country
- Portugal
- Written by
- Paulo Rebelo
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How long is Side Effects?
Side Effects runs 97 minutes (1h 37m).
Does Side Effects have a post-credits scene?
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What movies are like Side Effects?
If you liked Side Effects, try The Effect of Gamma Rays on Man-in-the-Moon Marigolds, The Girl in the Book, A Mouthful of Air.
Who directed Side Effects?
Side Effects (2011) was directed by Paulo Rebelo and stars Maria João Luís, Rita Martins, Nuno Lopes.