Movie

Past and Present

★ 7.3(9)19721h 55m

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Good to know

Director: Manoel de Oliveira
Release date: 1972-02-27
Runtime: 1h 55m
Language: Portuguese
Status: Released
Country: Portugal
Studio: Centro Português de Cinema (CPC)

About Past and Present

Past and Present is a 1972 movie in the Comedy and Drama genres, directed by Manoel de Oliveira, starring Maria de Saisset, Manuela de Freitas and Bárbara Vieira. It has a runtime of 1 hour 55 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.3/10 from 9 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Past and Present in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

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

Cast

Maria de Saisset

Vanda, a widow

Manuela de Freitas

Noémia

Bárbara Vieira

Angélica

Alberto Inácio

Ricardo

Pedro Pinheiro

Firmino

António Machado

Maurício

João Bénard da Costa

Honório

José Martinho

Fernando

Alberto Branco

Doctor

Agostinho Alves

António Beringela

Carlos de Sousa

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Past and Present in Mexico?+

Past and Present is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Mexico. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Past and Present on Netflix?+

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How long is Past and Present?+

Past and Present has a runtime of 1 hour 55 minutes (115 minutes).

Who stars in Past and Present?+

Past and Present stars Maria de Saisset, Manuela de Freitas, Bárbara Vieira, Alberto Inácio and Pedro Pinheiro.

When did Past and Present come out?+

Past and Present is a 1972 movie directed by Manoel de Oliveira.

What genre is Past and Present?+

Past and Present is Comedy and Drama film.

Who directed Past and Present?+

Past and Present was directed by Manoel de Oliveira.