Diogo in this week's "Notícias TV"

Diogo is interviewed in this week's "Notícias TV" and once again thanks to Dina, the article is posted below!  :)

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"Virados do Avesso" premiere on "Fama Show"

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"Virados do Avesso," Diogo's upcoming Portuguese comedy, had its red carpet premiere last week. And even though Diogo is in the US filming his upcoming CW series, "The Messengers," thanks to technology and his "Virados" co-star, Jorge Corrula, Diogo was still able to be "on" the red carpet for the big event.  Dina was kind enough to send us a clip from "Fama Show" about the premiere of "Virados do Avesso," and you can find the translation of Diogo's "appearance" on the red carpet right below the video.  (Note: Diogo's part is at the 1:16 mark.)

"Virados do Avesso" premiere on FAMA SHOW

JORGE CORRULA: (at the 1:16 mark -- holding an iPad with Diogo live on a video call) I have seen absolutely nothing. Just saw the trailer that everyone saw. I hope, above all, it will be a huge success and brings more people to the theaters to see Portuguese films.

CLIP FROM "VIRADOS DO AVESSO": João (Diogo) is freaked out because he woke up with his friend Carlos (Jorge) laying next to him in bed. JOÃO: You’re in my bed ???? I can’t talk to you like this (naked.)  CARLOS: Yeah ... I already got dressed (he's wearing underwear.)

DIOGO: (on the iPad) It was 3 very intense weeks, but with Jorge Corrula, everything went much smoother. Obviously, the chemistry is undeniable.

CLIP FROM "VIRADOS DO AVESSO": João says: “Gay? Who’s gay? Me?” and laughs.

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And in typical busy Diogo fashion, "Virados do Avesso" was not the only premiere he attended recently!  This past weekend, he was in St. Louis to attend the US film festival premiere of "Red Butterfly" at the St. Louis International Film Festival, along side some of his co-stars from the film, as well as the movie's writer-director, Jon Alston.

Diogo and his many projects are hard to keep up with for sure, so if you aren't already, make sure to go follow the "Virados do Avesso" Official Facebook Page for all the latest updates on the film, which opens in theaters in Portugal on November 27th.  And for the latest updates on when we will be able to see "Red Butterfly," make sure to follow them on Twitter at @RedButterflyMov and at the Red Butterfly Movie Official Facebook Page.  And as always, I will do my best to keep us all posted, too!  :)

--Sara

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Check out the posters and trailer for "Virados do Avesso!"

(courtesy of "Virados do Avesso" Facebook Page)

There are now a couple of posters and a trailer for Diogo's upcoming comedy film, "Virados do Avesso," which will be opening in theaters in Portugal on Thursday, November 27th.  

(courtesy of "Virados do Avesso" Facebook Page)

"Virados do Avesso" ("Turned Inside Out") is a comedy in which Diogo's character, a gay man, wakes up one morning with no memory of his orientation OR his partner, who he has been with for 5 years.  Hilarity ensues as he begins to act as a single, straight bachelor who loves to party, much to the dismay of his very confused partner (played by Jorge Corrula.)  Below is the trailer for "Virados do Avesso," which has a couple of seconds that make it not perfectly suitable for work, but it needs no translation to make you laugh.  :)

(courtesy of Veja Cinema Em Português on YouTube)

Make sure to follow the "Virados do Avesso" Official Facebook Page for all the latest updates on the film, which again hits theaters in Portugal on November 27th.  No word yet if we will get a chance to see the film here in the U.S., but fingers crossed! :)

--Sara

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Diogo on "Alta Definição"'s 5th Anniversary

SIC's show "Alta Definição" ("High Definition") recently celebrated its 5th anniversary, and they aired a special episode showing highlights from their past episodes and clips of many of their past guests sharing their congratulations.  Diogo, who has been a guest on the show twice since it debuted, sent along his good wishes, and the amazing Dina was kind enough to send us this short but sweet clip.  She also sent us a translation, found right below the video.

Diogo on "Alta Definição" 5th Anniversary Special

(A clip from Diogo's most recent appearance on the show plays.)

DM: I hope my son will say his father... was someone who never stopped questioning.

DM: Congratulations "Alta Definição." Five years, five years bringing to the Portuguese the best of Portugal.

(At the end of each episode, host Daniel Oliveira always asks the guest: "What do your eyes say?"  A clip of Diogo's answer plays.)

DM: I hope that my eyes say what my characters try also to say. The truth.

DM: A big kiss also to all who have watched "Alta Definição" all these years, and I hope will continue to see more. Okay? Congratulations "Alta Definição." We are all together.

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A huge parabéns to all involved with "Alta Definição" for an amazing, successful five years! And here's to many more years to come.  If you have not seen Diogo's appearances on "Alta Definição" already, you should definitely check them out.  It is a really well done show, and as you'd expect, Diogo is an incredible guest.  You can see his first appearance on "Alta Definição" from October 2009 here, and you can also see when Diogo returned to "Alta Definição" with his interview that aired this past January here.  To be completely honest, this beautiful interview is without a doubt one of my favorite interviews ever, if not my most favorite, to date.  Watch it and you'll see why.  :)  

Oh and as always, a big, big obrigada to Dina for the videos and translations that make all the posts like this possible!   

--Sara

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Diogo on Cinebox talking about "Virados do Avesso"

(courtesy of A Raquel Karolyi Machado on FB)

Diogo was recently on TVI's show "Cinebox" discussing his upcoming film, "Virados do Avesso" ("Turned Inside Out.")  Once again, the incredible, amazing Dina translated the short be sweet interview for us, found right below the video. 

Diogo on TVI's Cinebox

Voice Over/Host: Diogo Morgado is returning to Portuguese cinema.  “Virados do Avesso” is the film that shot in just three weeks. It was the possible thanks to a  break before returning to the United States, where the actor is filming a science fiction series, which by the way, is very different from this new project.

DM: João is an absolutely normal guy, with his life, his work, and  suddenly wakes up almost in someone else's life, despite it being his own life. Wakes up with his best friend for ten years, in bed, much to his surprise. He (João) asks "Carlos, what is this? We've been friends for ten years..." and he says "Yes, we've been friends for ten years, but boyfriends for five." And he is suddenly shocked. Does not realize what is happening. We only realize later, that he has amnesia and forgot that he was gay.

Voice Over: Behind the camera is Edgar Pêra, an unlikely choice to make a romantic comedy, but only in theory.

Edgar Pêra: You may think that I do not like romantic comedies, but it's a genre that I quite like. What I like in romantic comedies is that they are more than a comedy than a drama, but have the complexity of the two. The idea that someone loses memory of their sexual orientation, for that, it looks like a science fiction movie and then on the other hand, it's an opportunity to challenge the attitudes and roles that people are expecting. The expectations that people have with respect to each other.

Voice Over: Nicolau Breyner is one of the supporting actors, but not only.  He is also behind the scenes as a producer, with a very precise goal.

Nicolau Breyner: I think what the Portuguese want is to laugh, which is normal. We are in a time of  crisis. It's a good time to resurrect the Portuguese comedy, to the liking of the Portuguese.

Voice Over: "Virados do Avesso" with Nicolau Breyner, Diogo Morgado, among many others, is scheduled to debut on November 20th.

--Sara

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Diogo talks about “Virados do Avesso”

Diogo recently spoke to a couple of news outlets about "Virados do Avesso" ("Turned Inside Out") -- the comedy feature film he shot last month in Portugal.  Once again, the incredible Dina graciously translated the interviews for us, found right below the respective videos.   

Diogo discusses "Virados do Avesso" on SIC Noticias

Host: It's the return of Diogo Morgado to the Portuguese cinema. The actor will be "turned inside out."

DM: João Salgado [his character in the movie] is an absolutely normal guy, with his life, with his work, and he suddenly wakes up almost having the life of another person. In other words, he wakes up with his best friend in bed. And he is like, "Wait. What are you doing here Carlos?"  We find out later that what happened is that our João had a small stroke that gave him amnesia. So he forgets that he is gay. That's it. A small detail.

Host: What happens to the character who as a writer, also faces a creativity crisis along with the memory loss, is the starting point for the comedy, directed by Edgar Pêra.

Edgar Pera (director): First there is a desire to make people laugh, which I think is achieved. On the other hand I think it also helps us to reflect on our attitude towards the roles that each character represents, what each is waiting for from the other, the prejudices that we have... I think you can laugh about it all.

(They show Diogo filming a scene from the movie.)

Host: The "Virados do Avesso" cast includes such names as Jorge Corrula, Marina Albuquerque, Nuno Melo and Nicolau Breyner. Diogo Morgado, who is filming a series in the United States, came to Portugal for three weeks to shoot the film. 

DM: The Portuguese are very good at doing a lot with very little. And we should be proud of that. So this may be the biggest reason why I accepted this project. I cannot walk around saying for years that we can do it differently, and then when I am called to the forefront, not be present.

Host: The shooting of the film is in its final phase. "Virados do Avesso" comes to Portuguese theaters on November 20th. 

Diogo discusses "Virados do Avesso" on RTP

Host: After gaining fame and worldwide recognition for playing the role of Jesus in "Son of God," and being christened "Hot Jesus" by American host Oprah Winfrey, Diogo Morgado plays now, in this film, a homosexual going through an identity crisis. 

DM: João Salgado [the character he plays] is an absolutely normal guy who suddenly wakes up almost as another person. In other words, he wakes up, literally, with his best friend lying next to him in his bed. And he thinks "What is this? Uau Carlos, what are you doing here? I'm your friend for 10 years. What is this?" And he says, " You are my friend for 10 years but my boyfriend for 5"... 

Host: A romantic comedy with a gay scenario, but with everything toying with preconceived notions.

DM: [We] play with the stereotypes that we know, that macho thing where he talks like [he uses a deep voice], walking around with the gold necklace around his neck, with his chest open, and for being gay, that which is "very gay." Playing with these stereotypes. 

Host: Diogo Morgado, or rather João, then goes to the doctor to see what happens. 

[Scene from movie] Doctor (Nicolau Breyner): You just forgot that you're gay. In the background is this. But the rest is all perfectly normal, so .... 

Nicolau Breyner (actor): I have a very small role, which is a doctor who gives an opinion on a disease of one of the characters. 

Host: The director wanted to make this story of prejudices, with laughs and a reflection on the present. 

Edgar Pêra (director): The important thing here is to laugh, and to reflect a bit on what are the roles of society. What it is to be a man, what it's like being a woman. 

Host: The entire film will be shot in 3 weeks. Diogo Morgado came here to do this from the United States, where he is filming an American series, because he believes in Portuguese cinema. 

DM: It gave me special pleasure to come back, because I feel that we are moving towards a step we should have taken awhile ago in Portuguese cinema. And I believe this is the way. 

Host: "Virados do Avesso" premieres on November 20th. 

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Thanks to Dina again for the videos and translations.  

And! Thanks to the “Virados do Avesso” Facebook page, we have a short but sweet look at a scene from the upcoming film, which trust me, needs no translation.  :)

(courtesy of "Virados do Avesso" Facebook Page)

Once again for you lucky fans in Portugal, "Virados do Avesso" opens in theaters there on November 20th. 

--Sara

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Diogo at Festa de Verão da SIC/Caras

This past weekend, Diogo attended Festa de Verão da SIC/Caras, which is the annual summer party held by SIC network and this year their sister network, SIC Caras.  The party is no longer a televised special, but was held at a nightclub called Seven in Vilamoura, Algarve, with many of the network's stars in attendance.  Our awesome friend/heroine Dina was kind enough to send us video of Diogo being interviewed on the Red Carpet for Festa de Verão, along with video of Diogo on the news talking about meeting fans along the red carpet.  She also sent us translations, found right below each video.  As always, obrigada Dina!   

Diogo at Festa de Verão da SIC

(First Diogo arrives at the party, by car, with his "Sol de Inverno" co-star, Cláudia Vieira.  Claudia has some difficulty in getting out of the car because her shoe gets stuck.  Both start to say hello to the fans along the red carpet.  Next, we can barely see Diogo running away from the red carpet, saying sorry to the fans that are calling him, because he can't stop. He has to go upstairs, to talk with Daniel Oliveira and his wife Andreia Rodrigues. Then in the video, Diogo is talking with them.)

Andreia Rodrigues (AR): You were a hit on the red carpet, but up here you continue to make an impression. Downstairs they all scream for you...

DM: Up here we have an insider's view, right? We can say goodbye to everyone, we can send kisses...

AR: Jesus... You're really a sexy-symbol...

DM: Oh, oh ... I'm nothing ... I'm nothing ... don't even know what you guys are talking about....

Daniel Oliveira (DO): Los Angeles, New York, Vilamoura (Algarve)... here you are, for now…

DM: Yes, [was in] Lisbon not even 2 hours ago...

AR: You're everywhere.

DM: Yes, we can say that I'm a little bit everywhere. That's true, that's true. But I couldn't fail to be here. It's a celebration of SIC, is an opportunity to visit you again, I missed it, I miss ... And it's a beautiful party, so why not?

DO: How do you manage handling it all with so many professional commitments?

DM: It's like pulling rabbits out of a magician's hat, as Luis de Matos (the Portuguese magician) [would say] ... it takes managing... must be managed ...

AR: Omnipotent, omnipresent ...

DO: You make it a point to keep that bond with Portugal?

DM: Bond to Portugal? No doubt. I'm Portuguese, I'm the proudest of my roots, and whatever else I can do for my country, I will always be in the forefront, no doubt.

DO: Look, and your style (clothes he is wearing)...

DM: My style? Don't embarrass me. Don't embarrass me. It's the style that was possible, okay? It's the style I can do to not be embarrassed, okay?

AR: Would you model? Do you want to take a little walk here? Do you?

DM: No. .. it's you who's good at that. Each person has their place.

AR: Thank you. Have fun.

DM: Thank you. A kiss. Enjoy it and until later.

Diogo talks about Festa de Verão

Diogo: (talking about greeting fans on the red carpet) It's a unique opportunity that we have, to be able to show people care and to reciprocate the affection to people. There is nothing more genuine than this. We go down the street and people are calling our names, and we see a smile on their faces. We should feel privileged by that. I felt so privileged.​

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We're equally privileged, Diogo!  :)  

Hope everyone is having a great summer!   

--Sara

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"Sol de Inverno" - Episode 153 Translations

(Note: "Eduardo" was not in episode 152, so here is the next episode he was in, episode 153. And as always, thank you to Dina for the translations!)

Margarida blames Eduardo

(Vicente, Teresa's boyfriend, came over to the house for dinner, and the family is now gathered in the living room.)

Vincente: Someone must be very cruel to kill your horses. And now, Margarida? Will you be able to participate in competitions?

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"Sol de Inverno" - Episodes 145 and 146 Translations

(As always, thank you to Dina for the translations!)

Laura has news about Thais

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"Sol de Inverno" - Episode 144 Translations

(As always, thank you to Dina for the translations!)

Laura questions Eduardo

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"Sol de Inverno" - Episode 143 Translations

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Thais is annoyed with Eduardo

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"Sol de Inverno" - Episode 142 Translations

(Note: "Eduardo" was not in episode 141, so here is the next episode he was in, episode 142. And as always, thank you to Dina for the translations!)

Laura has news

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"Sol de Inverno" - Episode 140 Translations

(Note: Eduardo was not in episode 139, so here is the next episode he was in, episode 140. And as always, thank you to Dina for the translations!)

Eduardo and Rita get into trouble

(Rita knocks at the door.) 
Eduardo: Yes??

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"Sol de Inverno" - Episodes 137 and 138 Translations

(As always, thank you to Dina for the translations!)

Surf's up

(The opening of the surf school is underway.  Salvador's family is all there except Laura. Thais manages to bring Eduardo.  Salvador goes to greet them.) 

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"Sol de Inverno" - Episodes 135 and 136 Translations

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The family chats

(Dulce is once again in the kitchen trying to sabotage a cake that Rita made, when she is surprised by her son, Carlos.  Dulce is surprised to see him there because he should be working.  Carlos explains to her that the work ended early because there was a bomb threat and the show was canceled. Meanwhile the family has returned to the house and is gathered in the living room.) 

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Diogo on "The Arsenio Hall Show"

I confess, I am a HUGE fan of the Muppets, so that might be my very favorite picture ever!   And not everybody gets to be announced by Fozzie....

Fozzie gets it right

As Fozzie said, Diogo joined Mark Burnett and Roma Downey on "The Arsenio Hall Show" last night.  You can see this fun interview below.  

Diogo on The Arsenio Hall Show

Love that Diogo was as excited to hear Fozzie say his name as I was.  :)  

"Son of God" is playing in theaters now in the US, and opens in Portugal on March 27th.

--Sara

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Diogo cast in the CW Pilot "The Messengers"!!!!

Such exciting news!   Diogo has been cast in the Pilot "The Messengers" for the CW Network!!!  Read all the details below, courtesy of Deadline.com. 

(courtesy of Deadline.com)

YAY!  This is awesome!  Congrats, Diogo!  We are all so proud of and happy for you!  :)

--Sara

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"Sol de Inverno" - Episode 134 Translations

(As always, thank you to Dina for the translations!)

Thais is jelaous

(Rita is cleaning the living room floor when Eduardo comes in.)

Rita: Sorry doctor, I did not notice that you were there. If you want I can leave. 

Edward: No, of course not. Do not leave. Keep working, I came here to enjoy more ... Look, look there it's so dirty ... 

Rita: That's where I was trying to get... but it's difficult. 

Eduardo: Yeah, that's right. 

(Thais enters and jealous as she is, she is suspicious.) 

Thais: Love? What do you think of this dress? 

Eduardo: I think it looks fine. You are very beautiful. 

Thais: That's it? 

Eduardo: For more elaborate commentaries on women's fashion sense, you have to talk to my brother Simão. He can help you. Oh baby, you're amazing ... You look beautiful as always ... 

Rita: You are very beautiful. 

Eduardo: Isn't she?

Rita: Miss Thais, you are very beautiful.

Thais: (she is not convinced) Come with me. I do not like this. I want to choose another. Come. 

Eduardo: But whatever you choose is fine by me. 

Thais: Love, I want to choose another dress. 

Eduardo: Why do you ask my opinion if then you just do what you want? 

(Thais takes him with her.) 

The Show Must Go On

(At Boheme the show for their new collection of shoes is about to start.) 

Laura: (to photographers) Now with my children (Teresa and Simão.) 

Eduardo: (to Thais) I'd much rather not have come. 

Thais: You say that, my love, because it was not you who organized this. You have to understand that the best thing you have is me.  Appreciate it. 

(Laura apologizes to Teresa for the irrational attitude she has had lately, in particular, to have use Boheme's money to buy all of Sofia's collection of shoes and then have them burned.) 

Teresa: If mother promises me you'll think solely of Boheme from now on, I apologize. 

(But Laura doesn't answer.)

(Thais kisses Eduardo and makes sure that Benedita sees.  Eduardo is embarrassed.) 

The Show Must Not Go On

(The show starts. A few minutes in, it is interrupted by a voice announcement asking people to leave calmly. Soon one of the models shouts that there is a bomb threat. Eduardo is one of the first to run out.)
Laura: It was Sofia. I'm sure it was Sofia. 

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--Sara

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Diogo on "Extra"

Diogo stopped by "Extra" to chat with co-host Maria Menounos about "Son of God."  You can watch this way too short, but very funny interview below.

Diogo on Extra

HA!  I'd definitely take "Doug Morgan" over the dreaded "HJ" name any day, but Diogo Morgado is the only (and perfect) name for you, Diogo.  Besides, don't worry, pretty soon everyone will know your name and exactly how to pronounce it.  :)

--Sara

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Diogo on "KTLA 5 Morning News"

Diogo was a guest on Los Angeles' "KTLA 5 Morning News" today, where he chatted with entertainment anchor Sam Rubin about "Son of God."  You watch his interview below.... which, by the way, begins right after they've just given the gloomy weather forecast for L.A., so Sam wonders if Diogo has any pull to get better weather. :)

Diogo on KTLA 5 Morning News

"Son of God" opens TOMORROW!  If you haven't already, call a friend, make plans to go, and get your tickets now!

--Sara

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