A Moura Encantada (1985)
A young man returns to his native Alentejo countryside and encounters the legendary seductive “enchanted moura,” sparking a poetic journey that intertwines ancient Arabic folktales with contemporary rural life. Drawing on medieval prose and verse, the film explores cultural memory and pagan traditions through visual folklore rooted in Portuguese-Arab heritage.
Director: Manuel Costa e Silva
Genre: Drama, Adventure
Runtime: 80 min
Release Date: December 17, 1985
Cast
- Luís Varela - Abdal
- Teresa Goucho - Nadia
- Vitorino Salomé - Príncipe
- Artur Semedo - Conselheiro do Príncipe
- Maria do Céu Guerra - Arradi
- Canto e Castro
- Ricardo Pais
- Adelaide João
- Luís Couto - Conselheiro
- Carlos Ferreiro
Screenplay
Music: Janita Salomé, Pedro Caldeira Cabral
Cinematography: Mário de Carvalho
Editing: Manuela Viegas, Luis Vidal Lopes
Country: Portugal
Language: Português
Original Language: pt
More Films by Director: Manuel Costa e Silva
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is A Moura Encantada about?
- A young man returns to his native Alentejo countryside and encounters the legendary seductive “enchanted moura,” sparking a poetic journey that intertwines ancient Arabic folktales with contemporary rural life. Drawing on medieval prose and verse, the film explores cultural memory and pagan traditions through visual folklore rooted in Portuguese-Arab heritage.
- Who directed A Moura Encantada?
- A Moura Encantada was directed by Manuel Costa e Silva.
- Who stars in A Moura Encantada?
- A Moura Encantada stars Luís Varela, Teresa Goucho, Vitorino Salomé, Artur Semedo, Maria do Céu Guerra, Canto e Castro.
- How long is A Moura Encantada?
- A Moura Encantada has a runtime of 1h 20m (80 minutes).
- What genre is A Moura Encantada?
- A Moura Encantada is a Drama, Adventure film.
- Where was A Moura Encantada produced?
- A Moura Encantada was produced in Portugal.