The Fatalist (2005)
The complex relationship between master and servant is explored in director João Botelho's adaptation of Denis Diderot's popular novel Jacques le Fataliste et Son Maître. As Tiago (Rogério Samora) drives his master (André Gomes) through the Portuguese countryside to an unspecified destination, the traveling pair embark on a series of highly philosophical discussions. Flowing with tales of his life in the military and previous sexual escapades, Tiago trades a series of tales with his rapt passenger, including the story of a vengeful spurned lover who plots revenge on the nobleman who rejected her by transforming a prostitute into a society lady and convincing him to marry the tainted bride.
Director: João Botelho
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 99 min
Release Date: June 26, 2005
Cast
- Rogério Samora - Tiago
- André Gomes - the boss
- Rita Blanco - Ms. D
- Suzana Borges - Innkeeper
- Patrícia Guerreiro - Bárbara
- José Wallenstein - Marques
- Teresa Madruga - Bárbara's mother
- Margarida Vila-Nova - the daughter
- Maria Emília Correia - the brothel owner
- Adriano Luz - the husband
Screenplay
- João Botelho (Screenplay)
- Denis Diderot
Cinematography: Edmundo Díaz Sotelo
Editing: Renata Sancho
Production: Instituto do Cinema, Audiovisual e Multimédia, Madragoa Filmes, Gemini Films
Country: France, Portugal
Language: Português
Original Language: pt
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Fatalist about?
- The complex relationship between master and servant is explored in director João Botelho's adaptation of Denis Diderot's popular novel Jacques le Fataliste et Son Maître. As Tiago (Rogério Samora) drives his master (André Gomes) through the Portuguese countryside to an unspecified destination, the traveling pair embark on a series of highly philosophical discussions. Flowing with tales of his life in the military and previous sexual escapades, Tiago trades a series of tales with his rapt passenger, including the story of a vengeful spurned lover who plots revenge on the nobleman who rejected her by transforming a prostitute into a society lady and convincing him to marry the tainted bride.
- Who directed The Fatalist?
- The Fatalist was directed by João Botelho.
- Who stars in The Fatalist?
- The Fatalist stars Rogério Samora, André Gomes, Rita Blanco, Suzana Borges, Patrícia Guerreiro, José Wallenstein.
- How long is The Fatalist?
- The Fatalist has a runtime of 1h 39m (99 minutes).
- What genre is The Fatalist?
- The Fatalist is a Drama film.
- Where was The Fatalist produced?
- The Fatalist was produced in France, Portugal.