The Illness from Spain movie poster

The Illness from Spain

September 28, 1918 0h 19m

Originally released in 1918. The Illness from Spain is a comedy film. directed by José Leitão de Barros. At just 19 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Beatriz Viana, Joaquim Costa, and José Azambuja

Synopsis

A Portuguese bourgeois dares to look at a Spanish lady's delicate ankles at the beach, but his wife will have nothing of it. Later, it's him that forbids his daughter from seeing a young man she had met at the same beach.

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 28, 1918 107 years ago
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Runtime 0h 19m 19 minutes total
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Language Portuguese Original language
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Country Portugal Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
PT

Production Companies

  • Lusitânia Film

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Illness from Spain about?

A Portuguese bourgeois dares to look at a Spanish lady's delicate ankles at the beach, but his wife will have nothing of it. Later, it's him that forbids his daughter from seeing a young man she ha...

Who directed The Illness from Spain?

The Illness from Spain was directed by José Leitão de Barros.

How long is The Illness from Spain?

The Illness from Spain has a runtime of 0 hours and 19 minutes (19 minutes total).

When was The Illness from Spain released?

The Illness from Spain was released on September 28, 1918 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Illness from Spain?

The main cast of The Illness from Spain includes Beatriz Viana, Joaquim Costa, José Azambuja, Laura Costa, Sofia Santos.