Colossal Youth (2006): cast, story & where to watch
2006 · Film · ★ 7.1
Released in 2006, Colossal Youth is a drama film directed by Pedro Costa, running about 155 minutes.
What it’s about. 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 wanders between his new and old homes, reconnecting with people from his past.
Who’s in it. Colossal Youth stars Ventura as Ventura, Vanda Duarte as Vanda, Beatriz Duarte and Gustavo Sumpta, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, Colossal Youth has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Colossal Youth page.
If you liked it. Fans of Colossal Youth tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Colossal Youth (2006)?
- In US, Colossal Youth is available to stream on Criterion Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Colossal Youth worth watching?
- Colossal Youth holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Colossal Youth?
- Colossal Youth stars Ventura, Vanda Duarte, Beatriz Duarte, Gustavo Sumpta and Cila Cardoso.
- When was Colossal Youth released?
- Colossal Youth was released in 2006, with a runtime of about 155 minutes.