Benito Cereno (1971)
When Captain Amaso Delano approaches a three-masted ship in distress to offer his assistance, he discovers a most unusual situation: its captain, Don Benito Cereno, seems to command a very scant crew, moreover composed only of Africans. Cereno is in very bad condition and apparently survives only thanks to the affectionate care of his faithful body-servant slave Atimbo. When Delano leaves the dilapidated ship to seek relief, Cereno jumps in the boat and explains to the Americans that he has been the victim of a revolt of the slaves. The ship is now in their hands.
Director: Serge Roullet
Runtime: 80 min
Release Date: October 13, 1971
Cast
Screenplay
- Serge Roullet
- Herman Melville (Novel)
Language: Français
Original Language: fr
More Films by Director: Serge Roullet
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Benito Cereno about?
- When Captain Amaso Delano approaches a three-masted ship in distress to offer his assistance, he discovers a most unusual situation: its captain, Don Benito Cereno, seems to command a very scant crew, moreover composed only of Africans. Cereno is in very bad condition and apparently survives only thanks to the affectionate care of his faithful body-servant slave Atimbo. When Delano leaves the dilapidated ship to seek relief, Cereno jumps in the boat and explains to the Americans that he has been the victim of a revolt of the slaves. The ship is now in their hands.
- Who directed Benito Cereno?
- Benito Cereno was directed by Serge Roullet.
- Who stars in Benito Cereno?
- Benito Cereno stars Ruy Guerra, Georges Selmark, Tamour Diop, Gino Turini, Philippe Nourry, Jacques Mercier.
- How long is Benito Cereno?
- Benito Cereno has a runtime of 1h 20m (80 minutes).