José & Pilar (2010)

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A deeply moving story about love, loss and literature, this documentary follows the days of José Saramago, the Nobel-laureate Portuguese novelist, and his wife, Pilar del Río. The film shows their whirlwind life of international travel, his passion for completing his masterpiece "The Elephant's Journey", and how their love quietly sustains them throughout.

Director: Miguel Gonçalves Mendes
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 117 min
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Cast

Cinematography: Daniel Neves
Editing: Cláudia Rita Oliveira
Production: O2 Filmes, JumpCut, El Deseo
Country: Brazil, Portugal, Spain
Language: Español, Português
Original Language: pt

Trailer

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is José & Pilar about?
A deeply moving story about love, loss and literature, this documentary follows the days of José Saramago, the Nobel-laureate Portuguese novelist, and his wife, Pilar del Río. The film shows their whirlwind life of international travel, his passion for completing his masterpiece "The Elephant's Journey", and how their love quietly sustains them throughout.
Who directed José & Pilar?
José & Pilar was directed by Miguel Gonçalves Mendes.
Who stars in José & Pilar?
José & Pilar stars José Saramago, Pilar del Río, Gael García Bernal, Gabriel García Márquez, Paco Ibáñez.
How long is José & Pilar?
José & Pilar has a runtime of 1h 57m (117 minutes).
What genre is José & Pilar?
José & Pilar is a Documentary film.
Where was José & Pilar produced?
José & Pilar was produced in Brazil, Portugal, Spain.