Movie Description
Quincas Borba
(1988)Overview
Based on a book by Machado de Assis (1839-1908) and adapted to the present time. After the death of the philosopher Quincas Borba, his friend and disciple Rubiao inherits all he possessed: his fortune, his dog, his philosophy and the germ of his madness. Rubiao's passion for Sofia, a friend's wife, places him at the center of a game in which she is the main piece while he is the only one who ignores the rules. The story of a dreamer and delirious man facing a reality to which he is not prepared.
Featured Crew
Cast
Quincas Borba
Rubião
Cristiano Palha
Sofia
Camacho
Carlos
Posters
Facts
Original TitleQuincas Borba
Status Released
Release Information
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1988-06-09
Original LanguageUnknown
Runtime 01h 56m
Production CompaniesEmbrafilme,Quanta Centro de Produções Cinematográficas
Genres
- Drama
