Where the Sun Beats
Originally released in 1989. Where the Sun Beats is a drama film. directed by Joaquim Pinto. At just 88 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Laura Morante, António Pedro Figueiredo, and Luís Miguel Cintra
Synopsis
Laura lives in the country with her considerably older husband. When Nuno, her brother who study in Lisbon, pays a visit, he realizes that his sister does not have a happy life. He initiates a friendship with a worker on the farm. The circumstances turn Laura and Nuno against each other...
Portrays the repressed sexuality and homosexual desire in a rural setting and elliptically and delicately the small farming community that serves as the backdrop for the impossible relationships pursued by Laura and her brother.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 10, 1989
36 years ago
Runtime
1h 28m
88 minutes total
User Rating
4.9/10
Mixed (7 votes)
Language
Portuguese
Original language
Country
Portugal
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- PT
Production Companies
- G.E.R. (Grupo de Estudos e Realizações)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Where the Sun Beats about?
Laura lives in the country with her considerably older husband. When Nuno, her brother who study in Lisbon, pays a visit, he realizes that his sister does not have a happy life. He initiates a frie...
Who directed Where the Sun Beats?
Where the Sun Beats was directed by Joaquim Pinto.
How long is Where the Sun Beats?
Where the Sun Beats has a runtime of 1 hours and 28 minutes (88 minutes total).
When was Where the Sun Beats released?
Where the Sun Beats was released on September 10, 1989 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Where the Sun Beats?
The main cast of Where the Sun Beats includes Laura Morante, António Pedro Figueiredo, Luís Miguel Cintra, Inês de Medeiros, Marcello Urgeghe.