The Portrait ending explained

Spoiler summary page for informational search intent.

What happens at the end?

A musical tale about two impoverished sisters' anguish over whether or not to sell the final masterpiece of their recluse father days before the second world war, in Manila.

Why it matters

The ending resolves the main conflict and sets up the emotional takeaway of the story. As the index grows, this block can be auto-generated with more detailed scene-level commentary.

FAQ

Does this page contain spoilers?

Yes. The explanation summarizes major ending events and interpretation.

Where can I find similar endings and themes?

Check the similar movies page for related tone and narrative structure.