The Hero
Originally released in 2004. The Hero is a drama film. directed by Zézé Gamboa.
Starring Makena Diop, Milton Coelho, and Patrícia Bull
Synopsis
A 20-year veteran of the Angolan civil war returns to the capital city of Luanda where he faces the challenges of assimilation and survival.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 13, 2004
21 years ago
Runtime
1h 37m
97 minutes total
User Rating
4.6/10
Mixed (7 votes)
Language
Portuguese
Original language
Country
Angola
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Director
Top Cast
Makena Diop
as Vitorio (as Oumar Makena Diop)
Milton Coelho
as Manu (as Milton 'Santo' Coelho)
Patrícia Bull
as Joana, the school teacher
Gracy Costa
as Rita, a discotheque dancer
Maria Ceiça
as Judite, aka Maria Bárbara Simões
Neusa Borges
as Flora, the grandmother
Miguel Hurst
as doctor Luís
Thierry Darrigrand
as doctor Thierry
Catarina Matos
as nurse Rute
Mónica Anapaz
as night nurse
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- PT
Production Companies
- David & Golias
- Gamboa & Gamboa
- Les Films de l'Après-Midi
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Hero about?
A 20-year veteran of the Angolan civil war returns to the capital city of Luanda where he faces the challenges of assimilation and survival.
Who directed The Hero?
The Hero was directed by Zézé Gamboa.
How long is The Hero?
The Hero has a runtime of 1 hours and 37 minutes (97 minutes total).
When was The Hero released?
The Hero was released on May 13, 2004 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Hero?
The main cast of The Hero includes Makena Diop, Milton Coelho, Patrícia Bull, Gracy Costa, Maria Ceiça.