The Welles Raft
"A documentary about Orson Welles days in Brazil in 1942."
Released 4 years ago in 2022. The Welles Raft is a documentary film. directed by Petrus Cariry. At just 75 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Orson Welles, Helena Ignez, and Grande Otelo
Synopsis
The raft man Manuel Jacaré was swallowed by the sea when Orson Welles was filming It's All True in 1942. The fact evokes memories of the dictatorship of the Estado Novo, of World War II, of Ceará fishermen's struggle for labor rights and housing in their traditional space - target of real estate speculation.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 23, 2022
3 years ago
Runtime
1h 15m
75 minutes total
Language
Portuguese
Original language
Country
Brazil
Production
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- PT
Production Companies
- Iluminura Filmes
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Welles Raft about?
The raft man Manuel Jacaré was swallowed by the sea when Orson Welles was filming It's All True in 1942. The fact evokes memories of the dictatorship of the Estado Novo, of World War II, of Ceará...
Who directed The Welles Raft?
The Welles Raft was directed by Petrus Cariry.
How long is The Welles Raft?
The Welles Raft has a runtime of 1 hours and 15 minutes (75 minutes total).
When was The Welles Raft released?
The Welles Raft was released on June 23, 2022 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Welles Raft?
The main cast of The Welles Raft includes Orson Welles, Helena Ignez, Grande Otelo, Richard Wilson, Catherine L. Benamou.