A Severa (1931)
Based on the novel of the same name, by Júlio Dantas, this is the first Portuguese all-talking sound film, dramatization of the story of the Fado singer Maria Severa Onofriana, known as A Severa.
Director: José Leitão de Barros
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 110 min
Release Date: June 8, 1931
Cast
- Dina Teresa - Maria Severa Orofriana, A Severa
- António Luis Lopes - Don João, Conde de Marialva
- Costinha - Marquês de Seide
- Silvestre Alegrim - Timpanas
- Antonio Fagim - Romão
- António de Almeida Lavradio - D. José
- Maria Sampaio - Marquesa de Seide
- Patrício Álvares - Diogo
Screenplay
- Júlio Dantas (Novel)
Production: Sociedade Universal de Superfilmes (SUS)
Country: Portugal
Language: Português
Original Language: pt
More Films by Director: José Leitão de Barros
More Films in Genre: Drama
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is A Severa about?
- Based on the novel of the same name, by Júlio Dantas, this is the first Portuguese all-talking sound film, dramatization of the story of the Fado singer Maria Severa Onofriana, known as A Severa.
- Who directed A Severa?
- A Severa was directed by José Leitão de Barros.
- Who stars in A Severa?
- A Severa stars Dina Teresa, António Luis Lopes, Costinha, Silvestre Alegrim, Antonio Fagim, António de Almeida Lavradio.
- How long is A Severa?
- A Severa has a runtime of 1h 50m (110 minutes).
- What genre is A Severa?
- A Severa is a Drama film.
- Where was A Severa produced?
- A Severa was produced in Portugal.