The Given Word
Originally released in 1962. The Given Word is a drama film. directed by Anselmo Duarte.
Starring Leonardo Villar, Glória Menezes, and Dionísio Azevedo
Synopsis
Zé is a very poor man whose most prized possession is his donkey. When his donkey falls terminally ill, Zé makes a promise to Saint Bárbara: If his donkey recovers, he will carry a cross - like Jesus - all the way from his city to Saint Bárbara's church, in the state capital. Upon the recovery of his donkey, Zé leaves on his journey. He makes it to the church, but the priest refuses to accept the cross once he discovers the context of Zé's promise.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 17, 1962
63 years ago
Runtime
1h 38m
98 minutes total
User Rating
8.1/10
Excellent (122 votes)
Language
Portuguese
Original language
Country
Brazil
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- PT
Production Companies
- Cinedistri
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Given Word about?
Zé is a very poor man whose most prized possession is his donkey. When his donkey falls terminally ill, Zé makes a promise to Saint Bárbara: If his donkey recovers, he will carry a cross - like ...
Who directed The Given Word?
The Given Word was directed by Anselmo Duarte.
How long is The Given Word?
The Given Word has a runtime of 1 hours and 38 minutes (98 minutes total).
When was The Given Word released?
The Given Word was released on April 17, 1962 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Given Word?
The main cast of The Given Word includes Leonardo Villar, Glória Menezes, Dionísio Azevedo, Geraldo del Rey, Roberto Ferreira.
Is The Given Word worth watching?
The Given Word has a user rating of 8.1/10 based on 122 reviews, indicating excellent reception from audiences.