Na Faina do Argaço

Na Faina do Argaço, by Mariana Vilanova, is a 25-minute film that explores the relationships between coastal communities and the gathering of sargaço, algae historically valued for fertilizing fields and for their recognized therapeutic properties.

In a context in which sargaço is becoming increasingly rare, its arrival takes on an almost ritual significance, revealing the deep connection between nature, work and territory.

Between ancestral practices and speculation about possible futures, the film brings together science, mythology and memory, proposing a reflection on sustainability, ecology and the cultural heritage of Portugal's northern coast.