The Convent
Originally released in 1995. The Convent is a mystery/drama film. directed by Manoel de Oliveira.
Starring Catherine Deneuve, John Malkovich, and Luís Miguel Cintra
Synopsis
The journey of Michael Padovic, an American professor who arrives with his wife, Helene, at a Portuguese convent where he expects to find the documents needed to prove his theory: Shakespeare was born in Spain; not in England.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 6, 1995
30 years ago
Runtime
1h 31m
91 minutes total
User Rating
5.2/10
Mixed (27 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
France
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Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- La Sept Cinéma
- Gemini Films
- Madragoa Filmes
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Convent about?
The journey of Michael Padovic, an American professor who arrives with his wife, Helene, at a Portuguese convent where he expects to find the documents needed to prove his theory: Shakespeare was b...
Who directed The Convent?
The Convent was directed by Manoel de Oliveira.
How long is The Convent?
The Convent has a runtime of 1 hours and 31 minutes (91 minutes total).
When was The Convent released?
The Convent was released on September 6, 1995 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Convent?
The main cast of The Convent includes Catherine Deneuve, John Malkovich, Luís Miguel Cintra, Leonor Silveira, João Bénard da Costa.