The Composer (2024)

Pain. Music. Intimacy.

The Composer (2024) poster

Álvaro Norte, a celebrated composer and cellist, invites his talented student Mauro to be his assistant. However, Mauro reveals he has other plans that would separate them. In response, Álvaro confines Mauro in a room, using his pain as inspiration for a new cello composition. Despite Mauro's resistance, he inadvertently ends up fulfilling Álvaro's artistic vision.

Director: Afonso Lucas, Rodrigo Motty
Genre: Drama, Thriller
Runtime: 18 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Cinematography: Alice Carvalho, Beatriz Paiva
Editing: Rodrigo Mendes
Production: Lusófona Filmes
Country: Portugal
Language: Português
Budget: $2,700
Original Language: pt

Themes

Torture Chamber and Deep Despair, Heartless Cruelty and Suffering, Soul-Crushing Loss and Pain, Psychological Torture and Mind Games, Domestic Violence Cycle and Pain

Keywords

composer, pain, sadomasochism, muse, torture, captivity, intimacy, obssession, body horror, music, student, master apprentice relationship

Trailer

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Composer about?
Álvaro Norte, a celebrated composer and cellist, invites his talented student Mauro to be his assistant. However, Mauro reveals he has other plans that would separate them. In response, Álvaro confines Mauro in a room, using his pain as inspiration for a new cello composition. Despite Mauro's resistance, he inadvertently ends up fulfilling Álvaro's artistic vision.
Who directed The Composer?
The Composer was directed by Afonso Lucas, Rodrigo Motty.
Who stars in The Composer?
The Composer stars Vicente Gil, Filipe Vargas.
How long is The Composer?
The Composer has a runtime of 18m (18 minutes).
What genre is The Composer?
The Composer is a Drama, Thriller film.
What is the budget of The Composer?
The Composer had a budget of $2,700.
Where was The Composer produced?
The Composer was produced in Portugal.
What are the themes of The Composer?
The themes of The Composer include: Torture Chamber and Deep Despair, Heartless Cruelty and Suffering, Soul-Crushing Loss and Pain, Psychological Torture and Mind Games, Domestic Violence Cycle and Pain.