A Talking Picture
Originally released in 2003. A Talking Picture is a drama/history film. directed by Manoel de Oliveira.
Starring Leonor Silveira, Filipa de Almeida, and John Malkovich
Synopsis
A meditation on civilization. July, 2001: friends wave as a cruise ship departs Lisbon for Mediterranean ports and the Indian Ocean. On board and on day trips in Marseilles, Pompeii, Athens, Istanbul, and Cairo, a professor tells her young daughter about myth, history, religion, and wars. Men approach her; she's cool, on her way to her husband in Bombay. After Cairo, for two evenings divided by a stop in Aden, the captain charms three successful, famous (and childless) women, who talk with wit and intellect, each understanding the others' native tongue, a European union. The captain asks mother and child to join them. He gives the girl a gift. Helena sings. Life can be sweet.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 31, 2003
22 years ago
Runtime
1h 36m
96 minutes total
User Rating
6.6/10
Good (46 votes)
Box Office
$20.3K
Worldwide gross
Language
Portuguese
Original language
Country
Portugal
+ 2 more
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- PT
- Revenue
- $20,312
Production Companies
- France 2 Cinéma
- Gemini Films
- Madragoa Filmes
- Mikado Film
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Talking Picture about?
A meditation on civilization. July, 2001: friends wave as a cruise ship departs Lisbon for Mediterranean ports and the Indian Ocean. On board and on day trips in Marseilles, Pompeii, Athens, Istanb...
Who directed A Talking Picture?
A Talking Picture was directed by Manoel de Oliveira.
How long is A Talking Picture?
A Talking Picture has a runtime of 1 hours and 36 minutes (96 minutes total).
When was A Talking Picture released?
A Talking Picture was released on August 31, 2003 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in A Talking Picture?
The main cast of A Talking Picture includes Leonor Silveira, Filipa de Almeida, John Malkovich, Catherine Deneuve, Stefania Sandrelli.