A Man and His Cage (1974)

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The painter Tino, in professional and political crisis, receives a telegram from his mother-in-law, Selma, announcing her return from Europe. After his wife's death, Tino continues living with Selma, with whom he had ambiguous relations, which he now wants to sever. Weak at this impossible love, he asks the maid Enedina to lock him in his room. There, he revives memories through letters, notes and photographs. Selma's son João is waiting for her at the airport and dreams of loving fulfillment in his own mother's arms.

Director: Fernando Coni Campos, Paulo Gil Soares
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 73 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Cinematography: Leonardo Bartucci
Editing: Renato Neumann, Alberto S. Contel
Country: Brazil
Language: Português
Original Language: pt
More Films by Director: Fernando Coni Campos, Paulo Gil Soares
More Films in Genre: Drama

Frequently Asked Questions

What is A Man and His Cage about?
The painter Tino, in professional and political crisis, receives a telegram from his mother-in-law, Selma, announcing her return from Europe. After his wife's death, Tino continues living with Selma, with whom he had ambiguous relations, which he now wants to sever. Weak at this impossible love, he asks the maid Enedina to lock him in his room. There, he revives memories through letters, notes and photographs. Selma's son João is waiting for her at the airport and dreams of loving fulfillment in his own mother's arms.
Who directed A Man and His Cage?
A Man and His Cage was directed by Fernando Coni Campos, Paulo Gil Soares.
Who stars in A Man and His Cage?
A Man and His Cage stars Hugo Carvana, João Carlos Barroso, Esmeralda Barros, Talula Campos, Luis Carlos Miele, Helena Ignez.
How long is A Man and His Cage?
A Man and His Cage has a runtime of 1h 13m (73 minutes).
What genre is A Man and His Cage?
A Man and His Cage is a Drama film.
Where was A Man and His Cage produced?
A Man and His Cage was produced in Brazil.