The Poet of the Castle

The Poet of the Castle

11 mins | Documentary | Jan. 1, 1959

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.

The Poet of the Castle

11 mins | Documentary | Jan. 1, 1959

The Poet of the Castle
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.
IMDb rating 7.0
Producers Saga Filmes
Original title O Poeta do Castelo
Directors Joaquim Pedro de Andrade
Writers Joaquim Pedro de Andrade

Cast

Manuel Bandeira

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