Our Lady of Compassion (1969)
João Grilo is a backwoodsman who tries to get along at the expense of the powerful in the city, who pretend to be respectful of morals and good customs and hide their sins. But when a band of cangaceiros attacks the small town, everyone has to settle accounts with God and the Devil.
Director: George Jonas
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Runtime: 92 min
Release Date: January 22, 1969
Cast
- Armando Bógus - João Grilo
- Antônio Fagundes - Chicó
- Zózimo Bulbul - Jesus
- Regina Duarte - A Compadecida
- Ary Toledo - Palhaço
- Felipe Carone - Padre
- Rubens Teixeira - Padeiro
- Zéluiz Pinho - Severino
- Jorge Cherques - Bispo
- Aguinaldo Batista - Major
Screenplay
- Ariano Suassuna (Theatre Play)
- George Jonas
Music: Sérgio Ricardo
Editing: Luiz Elias
Country: Brazil
Language: Português
Original Language: pt
More Films by Director: George Jonas
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Our Lady of Compassion about?
- João Grilo is a backwoodsman who tries to get along at the expense of the powerful in the city, who pretend to be respectful of morals and good customs and hide their sins. But when a band of cangaceiros attacks the small town, everyone has to settle accounts with God and the Devil.
- Who directed Our Lady of Compassion?
- Our Lady of Compassion was directed by George Jonas.
- Who stars in Our Lady of Compassion?
- Our Lady of Compassion stars Armando Bógus, Antônio Fagundes, Zózimo Bulbul, Regina Duarte, Ary Toledo, Felipe Carone.
- How long is Our Lady of Compassion?
- Our Lady of Compassion has a runtime of 1h 32m (92 minutes).
- What genre is Our Lady of Compassion?
- Our Lady of Compassion is a Comedy, Drama film.
- Where was Our Lady of Compassion produced?
- Our Lady of Compassion was produced in Brazil.