Movie

My Hindu Friend

“Those who still have a dream to fulfill are more likely to survive.”

★ 4.0(30)20161h 49m

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Good to know

Director: Héctor Babenco
Release date: 2016-03-03
Runtime: 1h 49m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: Brazil
Studio: HB Filmes

About My Hindu Friend

My Hindu Friend is a 2016 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Héctor Babenco, starring Willem Dafoe, Maria Fernanda Cândido and Reynaldo Gianecchini. It has a runtime of 1 hour 49 minutes. It holds an average rating of 4.0/10 from 30 viewers. Below you can see where to watch My Hindu Friend in Portugal — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Diego is a film director who, when he is told that he has a malignant disease which could be fatal, marries his girlfriend of many years, says goodbye to his friends and begins a routine of long days of treatment in hospital. While learning to live with the pain and also conversing with death, he meets a Hindu boy who is a fellow patient and who becomes his friend. But one day the boy disappears. Diego is discharged, but his life has changed forever. His marriage fails and, living alone, he begins to wonder whether he may in fact be dying and no one has told him. He tries to find out what happened to his Hindu friend, and eventually meets another woman.

Cast

Willem Dafoe

Diego Fairman

Maria Fernanda Cândido

Livia Monteiro Bueno

Reynaldo Gianecchini

Ricardo Steen

Selton Mello

Common Man

Bárbara Paz

Sofia Guerra

Guilherme Weber

Antonio Fairman

Dan Stulbach

Marcos

Gilda Nomacce

Antonio's Wife

Tuna Dwek

Gabi

Tania Khalill

Rosemary

Maitê Proença

Debora

Dalton Vigh

Dr. Morris

Themes & keywords

survivalcancerdeathillnessfamily problems

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch My Hindu Friend in Portugal?+

My Hindu Friend is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Portugal. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is My Hindu Friend on Netflix?+

My Hindu Friend is not on Netflix in Portugal right now.

How long is My Hindu Friend?+

My Hindu Friend has a runtime of 1 hour 49 minutes (109 minutes).

Who stars in My Hindu Friend?+

My Hindu Friend stars Willem Dafoe, Maria Fernanda Cândido, Reynaldo Gianecchini, Selton Mello and Bárbara Paz.

When did My Hindu Friend come out?+

My Hindu Friend is a 2016 movie directed by Héctor Babenco.

What genre is My Hindu Friend?+

My Hindu Friend is Drama film.

Who directed My Hindu Friend?+

My Hindu Friend was directed by Héctor Babenco.