Bico (2004): cast, story & where to watch
2004 · Film · ★ 6

Released in 2004, Bico is a documentary film directed by Aki Kaurismäki, running about 6 minutes.
What it’s about. A lyrical documentary captures a small mountain village in Portugal, showcasing its timeless essence amid historical changes. As men leave for stone-cutting work, women take charge in their absence, surrounded by snowy mountains and wandering sheep and cattle, with dogs guarding against wolves.
Who’s in it. Bico stars Brazelina Rodrigues as Self, Virgína Rodrigues as Self, Palmira Fernandes as Self and Mariana Lopes-Alves as Self, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Bico has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Bico page.
If you liked it. Fans of Bico tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Bico (2004)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Bico change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Bico worth watching?
- Bico holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Bico?
- Bico stars Brazelina Rodrigues, Virgína Rodrigues, Palmira Fernandes, Mariana Lopes-Alves and Abel Alves.
- When was Bico released?
- Bico was released in 2004, with a runtime of about 6 minutes.
