The Poet of the Castle (1959)

The Poet of the Castle (1959) poster

A 10-minute portrait of modernist poet and de Andrade’s godfather, Manuel Bandeira, is clear in its affection for it subject, though like many New-Waveish films of the time, depicts the modern urban landscape as an ominous and alienating force.

Director: Joaquim Pedro de Andrade
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 11 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Cinematography: A.P. Castro
Editing: Giuseppe Baldacconi, Carla Civelli
Production: Saga Filmes
Country: Brazil
Language: Português
Original Language: pt

Keywords

short film

More Films by Director: Joaquim Pedro de Andrade
More Films in Genre: Documentary

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Poet of the Castle about?
A 10-minute portrait of modernist poet and de Andrade’s godfather, Manuel Bandeira, is clear in its affection for it subject, though like many New-Waveish films of the time, depicts the modern urban landscape as an ominous and alienating force.
Who directed The Poet of the Castle?
The Poet of the Castle was directed by Joaquim Pedro de Andrade.
Who stars in The Poet of the Castle?
The Poet of the Castle stars Manuel Bandeira.
How long is The Poet of the Castle?
The Poet of the Castle has a runtime of 11m (11 minutes).
What genre is The Poet of the Castle?
The Poet of the Castle is a Documentary film.
Where was The Poet of the Castle produced?
The Poet of the Castle was produced in Brazil.