Past and Present
Originally released in 1972. Past and Present is a comedy/drama film. directed by Manoel de Oliveira.
Starring Maria de Saisset, Manuela de Freitas, and Bárbara Vieira
Synopsis
This is an intriguing avant-garde look at what motivates the leisurely classes in Portugal, for better or worse, by director Manoel de Oliveira. Set in a spacious country home peopled with a wide-ranging cast of characters, the drama begins as the friends of a widow come to console her on the loss of her husband. But at one point, the widow goes upstairs, encounters her husband, and is faced with his accusations about the past. This event and others provide the means of revealing the petty, self-serving, egocentric, and romantic pursuits of the melange of people in the house. - Eleanor Mannikka, Rovi
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 27, 1972
53 years ago
Runtime
1h 55m
115 minutes total
User Rating
7.1/10
Great (8 votes)
Language
Portuguese
Original language
Country
Portugal
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- PT
Production Companies
- Centro Português de Cinema (CPC)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Past and Present about?
This is an intriguing avant-garde look at what motivates the leisurely classes in Portugal, for better or worse, by director Manoel de Oliveira. Set in a spacious country home peopled with a wide-r...
Who directed Past and Present?
Past and Present was directed by Manoel de Oliveira.
How long is Past and Present?
Past and Present has a runtime of 1 hours and 55 minutes (115 minutes total).
When was Past and Present released?
Past and Present was released on February 27, 1972 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Past and Present?
The main cast of Past and Present includes Maria de Saisset, Manuela de Freitas, Bárbara Vieira, Alberto Inácio, Pedro Pinheiro.