A Ilha de Moraes
Originally released in 1984. A Ilha de Moraes is a documentary film. directed by Paulo Rocha.
Starring Jakucho Setouchi and Paulo Rocha
Synopsis
This film, made as a "twin" of A ilha dos amores, was planned as a poetic documentary on the enigmatic life of Wenceslau de Moraes (1855-1929), the great Portuguese writer who lived in the Far East. Verbal testimony, photographs, manuscripts, images of Lisbon, Macao, Kobe and Tokushima in Moraes' time are set side by side with A ilha dos amores and with de Moraes' writings. The director, Paulo Rocha, visited places where Moraes was still remembered, interviewed the writers descendants, consulted archives, rummaged through memories, appointment books, postcards, diaries and calendars from the private life of the 19th century. And above all he set out on a new journey, from Lisbon to Macao to Kobe until he reached Tokushima, where Moraes lived through the final ruin of his life and where Rocha tracks down, between the city and the cemetery, the living presence of places and the memories of individuals.
Quick Facts
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- PT
Production Companies
- Suma Filmes
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Ilha de Moraes about?
This film, made as a "twin" of A ilha dos amores, was planned as a poetic documentary on the enigmatic life of Wenceslau de Moraes (1855-1929), the great Portuguese writer who lived in the Far East...
Who directed A Ilha de Moraes?
A Ilha de Moraes was directed by Paulo Rocha.
How long is A Ilha de Moraes?
A Ilha de Moraes has a runtime of 1 hours and 40 minutes (100 minutes total).
When was A Ilha de Moraes released?
A Ilha de Moraes was released on September 10, 1984 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in A Ilha de Moraes?
The main cast of A Ilha de Moraes includes Jakucho Setouchi, Paulo Rocha.