The Island of Contenda
Cape Verde, 1964. At the feet of a mighty volcano, the traditional Cape Verdean society is undergoing a steady change. The old land-owning aristocracy is disintegrating. A class of "mulattos" begins to emerge, with a trade-based financial power that threatens the landlords. A new identity arises, a mix of old and new, of African and Portuguese culture, sensual and dynamic. The songs of Cesária Évora follow this inevitable transformation. From the novel by Henrique Teixeira de Sousa.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: O Ilhéu da Contenda
- Genres: Drama
- Release Date: 1999-07-09
- Runtime: 110 minutes
- Rating: 5.75/10 (4 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Instituto Português da Arte Cinematográfica e Audiovisual, Fundação Calouste Gulbenkian, Instituto Caboverdiano de Cinema, Ministère de la Communauté Française de Belgique, Ministère de la culture, Ministère de la Coopération, European Script Fund, Tobis Portuguesa, Vermedia, Saga Film, RTP
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.0795
- Languages: Portuguese
Cast & Crew
João Lourenço
as Eusébio
Luísa Cruz
as Esmeralda
Fernanda Alves
as Nha Mariquinha
Cecília Guimarães
as Nha Noca
Luís Mascarenhas
as Inspector
José Fanha
as Carneiro
Leandro Ferreira
as Father Vitorio
Isabel de Castro
as Nha Caela
Filipe Ferrer
as Alberto
Teresa Madruga
as Belinha
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Island of Contenda?▼
The Island of Contenda is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1999-07-09.
Who are the main actors in The Island of Contenda?▼
The main cast includes João Lourenço, Luísa Cruz, Fernanda Alves, Cecília Guimarães, Luís Mascarenhas, .
Where can I watch The Island of Contenda online?▼
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Is The Island of Contenda based on a true story?▼
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What is the IMDb rating of The Island of Contenda?▼
The Island of Contenda has an IMDb rating of 5.75/10 based on 4 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Island of Contenda?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Island of Contenda?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Instituto Português da Arte Cinematográfica e Audiovisual, Fundação Calouste Gulbenkian, Instituto Caboverdiano de Cinema, Ministère de la Communauté Française de Belgique, Ministère de la culture, Ministère de la Coopération, European Script Fund, Tobis Portuguesa, Vermedia, Saga Film, RTP. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Island of Contenda filmed?▼
The Island of Contenda was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Island of Contenda?▼
The total runtime of The Island of Contenda is 110 minutes.
Is The Island of Contenda suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Island of Contenda?▼
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