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The Convent

September 6, 1995 1h 31m 5.2/10 (27 votes)

Originally released in 1995. The Convent is a mystery/drama film. directed by Manoel de Oliveira.

Starring Catherine Deneuve, John Malkovich, and Luís Miguel Cintra

Synopsis

The journey of Michael Padovic, an American professor who arrives with his wife, Helene, at a Portuguese convent where he expects to find the documents needed to prove his theory: Shakespeare was born in Spain; not in England.

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 6, 1995 30 years ago
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Runtime 1h 31m 91 minutes total
User Rating 5.2/10 Mixed (27 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country France + 1 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • La Sept Cinéma
  • Gemini Films
  • Madragoa Filmes

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Convent about?

The journey of Michael Padovic, an American professor who arrives with his wife, Helene, at a Portuguese convent where he expects to find the documents needed to prove his theory: Shakespeare was b...

Who directed The Convent?

The Convent was directed by Manoel de Oliveira.

How long is The Convent?

The Convent has a runtime of 1 hours and 31 minutes (91 minutes total).

When was The Convent released?

The Convent was released on September 6, 1995 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Convent?

The main cast of The Convent includes Catherine Deneuve, John Malkovich, Luís Miguel Cintra, Leonor Silveira, João Bénard da Costa.