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Kuarup (1989)

This epic Brazilian film was based on the equally epic novel by Antonio Callado. Set between 1954 and 1964, the film's focus is the saga of Jesuit priest Nando. Fed up with civilization, he ventures deep into Amazon country to live with and work among the Xingu Indians.

Release Date
June 2, 1989
Runtime
1h 59m
Rating
4.6/10 (11 votes)

Director: Ruy Guerra

Cast: Taumaturgo Ferreira, Fernanda Torres, Cláudio Mamberti, Umberto Magnani, Ewerton de Castro, Roberto Bonfim, Cláudia Raia, André Ceccato

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Kuarup

4.6
119 min
1989

This epic Brazilian film was based on the equally epic novel by Antonio Callado. Set between 1954 and 1964, the film's focus is the saga of Jesuit priest Nando. Fed up with civilization, he ventures deep into Amazon country to live with and work among the Xingu Indians.

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Production Info
StatusReleased
Original LanguagePortuguese
Release Date6/2/1989
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Cast

Taumaturgo Ferreira

as Padre Nando

Fernanda Torres

as Francisca

Cláudio Mamberti

as Ramiro

Umberto Magnani

as Fontoura

Ewerton de Castro

as Lauro

Roberto Bonfim

as Olavo

Cláudia Raia

as Sônia

André Ceccato

as Vilaverde

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kuarup about?▾

This epic Brazilian film was based on the equally epic novel by Antonio Callado. Set between 1954 and 1964, the film's focus is the saga of Jesuit priest Nando. Fed up with civilization, he ventures d…

How long is Kuarup?▾

1h 59m

When was Kuarup released?▾

June 2, 1989

Who directed Kuarup?▾

Ruy Guerra

Who stars in Kuarup?▾

Taumaturgo Ferreira, Fernanda Torres, Cláudio Mamberti