Trial (2007)
In 1970, a man is tortured and murdered by the regime's secret police. Now nearly 40 years later, his friend, who had also been tortured, recognizes the man he deems responsible for the murder of his friend. Along with three old friends and the victim's daughter, they kidnap the man and take him to an isolated house. Once there, the concepts of justice and revenge begin to mix dangerously in a private trial with irreversible consequences.
Director: Leonel Vieira
Genre: Drama, Thriller
Runtime: 98 min
Release Date: October 11, 2007
Cast
- Júlio César - Jaime Ferreira
- Alexandra Lencastre - Joana
- Fernanda Serrano - Catarina
- José Eduardo - Miguel
- Carlos Santos - Mendes Oliveira
- Henrique Viana - Henrique
- André Gago - Mendes Oliveira in 1970
- Carla Chambel - Mariana
- Joaquim Nicolau - Marcelino
- Bárbara Norton de Matos - nurse Teresa
Screenplay
- Izaías Almada (Idea)
- João Nunes
Music: Nuno Malo
Cinematography: José António Loureiro
Editing: Pedro Ribeiro
Production: Stopline Films
Country: Portugal
Language: Português
Original Language: pt
More Films by Director: Leonel Vieira
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Trial about?
- In 1970, a man is tortured and murdered by the regime's secret police. Now nearly 40 years later, his friend, who had also been tortured, recognizes the man he deems responsible for the murder of his friend. Along with three old friends and the victim's daughter, they kidnap the man and take him to an isolated house. Once there, the concepts of justice and revenge begin to mix dangerously in a private trial with irreversible consequences.
- Who directed Trial?
- Trial was directed by Leonel Vieira.
- Who stars in Trial?
- Trial stars Júlio César, Alexandra Lencastre, Fernanda Serrano, José Eduardo, Carlos Santos, Henrique Viana.
- How long is Trial?
- Trial has a runtime of 1h 38m (98 minutes).
- What genre is Trial?
- Trial is a Drama, Thriller film.
- Where was Trial produced?
- Trial was produced in Portugal.