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Ubu

April 29, 2023 1h 17m

Released 3 years ago in 2023. Ubu is a drama film. directed by Paulo Abreu. At just 77 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Miguel Loureiro, Isabel Abreu, and Sérgio Silva

Synopsis

Ubu, instigated by his wife, murders King Venceslau and usurps the throne of Poland. Intoxicated by power, this grotesque and coward character conducts his reign in an absurd and cruel way, leading his kingdom to ruin. A cinematographic adaptation of Alfred Jarry’s play, a political satire that, cyclically, turns to the reality of world politics.

Quick Facts

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Release Date April 29, 2023 2 years ago
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Runtime 1h 17m 77 minutes total
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Language Portuguese Original language
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Country Portugal Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
PT

Production Companies

  • Uma Pedra no Sapato

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ubu about?

Ubu, instigated by his wife, murders King Venceslau and usurps the throne of Poland. Intoxicated by power, this grotesque and coward character conducts his reign in an absurd and cruel way, leading...

Who directed Ubu?

Ubu was directed by Paulo Abreu.

How long is Ubu?

Ubu has a runtime of 1 hours and 17 minutes (77 minutes total).

When was Ubu released?

Ubu was released on April 29, 2023 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Ubu?

The main cast of Ubu includes Miguel Loureiro, Isabel Abreu, Sérgio Silva, Dinarte Branco, Vicente Gil.