The Poet of the Castle
Cast
Manuel Bandeira
Credits
Written by: Manuel Bandeira 
Joaquim Pedro de Andrade
Cinematography: A.P. Castro
Editing: Giuseppe Baldacconi Carla Civelli
Plot
A 10-minute portrait of modernist poet and de Andrade’s godfather, Manuel Bandeira, is clear in its affection for it subject, though like many New-Waveish films of the time, depicts the modern urban landscape as an ominous and alienating force.
Sinekatalog’s take
A ten-minute portrait of a modernist poet, affectionate toward its subject while casting the city as alienating. It has the cool, formal spirit of a new wave short. A graceful watch for poetry lovers.Sinekatalog’s own editorial review – not a user or critic quote.
Ratings
IMDb: 7.0 / 10 (264 votes)
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