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Gebo and the Shadow

2012, French. Directed by Manoel de Oliveira.

Despite his age and general weariness, Gebo keeps on working as an accountant to provide for his family. He lives with his wife, Doroteia, and his daughter-in-law, Sofia, but it is the absence of João, son and husband, that worries them.Gebo seems to be hiding something, especially to Doroteia, who is anxiously waiting to see her son again. Sofia is also waiting for her husband to come home, and yet she fears him. All of a sudden, João arrives and everything changes.

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1h 35m
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Language
French
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Released
10 September 2012
Original title
Gebo et l'ombre
Country
Portugal, France
Written by
Manoel de Oliveira
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Gebo and the Shadow (2012) was directed by Manoel de Oliveira and stars Michael Lonsdale, Claudia Cardinale, Jeanne Moreau.

What is Gebo and the Shadow based on?

Gebo and the Shadow is adapted from a play or musical.

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