Banzo movie poster

Banzo

December 25, 2024 2h 7m 6.8/10 (3 votes)

Released 2 years ago in 2024. Banzo is a drama film. directed by Margarida Cardoso. With a runtime of 2h 7m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Carloto Cotta, Hoji Fortuna, and Rúben Simões

Synopsis

1907. Afonso, a doctor, arrives at Principe Island to cure servants from a cocoa plantation “infected” with Banzo, nostalgia of the slaves, who are dying from starvation and suicide. The group is confined to the forest, where Afonso decides to heal them by trying to understand what is affecting their soul. Will he manage to save them?

Quick Facts

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Release Date December 25, 2024 1 year ago
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Runtime 2h 7m 127 minutes total
User Rating 6.8/10 Good (3 votes)
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Language Portuguese Original language
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Country France + 3 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
PT

Production Companies

  • Uma Pedra no Sapato
  • Damned Films
  • BALDR Film
  • Les Films de l'Après-Midi

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Banzo about?

1907. Afonso, a doctor, arrives at Principe Island to cure servants from a cocoa plantation “infected” with Banzo, nostalgia of the slaves, who are dying from starvation and suicide. The group ...

Who directed Banzo?

Banzo was directed by Margarida Cardoso.

How long is Banzo?

Banzo has a runtime of 2 hours and 7 minutes (127 minutes total).

When was Banzo released?

Banzo was released on December 25, 2024 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Banzo?

The main cast of Banzo includes Carloto Cotta, Hoji Fortuna, Rúben Simões, Gonçalo Waddington, Sara Carinhas.