Summaries

A documentary on Nobel Prize Winner José Saramago and his feelings over his wife, his country and life, as a whole.

"José and Pilar," a documentary by Miguel Gonçalves Mendes, is a deeply moving story about love, loss and literature. It follows the days of José Saramago, the Nobel-laureate Portuguese novelist, and his wife, Pilar del Rio. The film shows their whirlwind life of international travel, his passion for completing his masterpiece, "The Elephant's Journey" and how their love quietly sustains them throughout. "Jose and Pilar" reveals the hidden Saramago, unravels any preconceived notions about him, and proves that genius and simplicity are indeed compatible. It is a funny and touching portrait on the endurance of the artistic spirit. A glimpse into the life of one of the greatest creators of the 20th century, it shows us that, as Saramago says, "There is always another way to say everything."—Anonymous

Details

Keywords
  • love
  • novel
  • reference to god
  • nobel prize
  • meaning of life
Genres
  • Biography
  • Documentary
Release date Nov 4, 2010
Countries of origin Brazil Spain Portugal
Official sites Official site
Language Spanish Portuguese
Filming locations Lanzarote, Canary Islands, Spain
Production companies O2 Filmes El Deseo JumpCut

Box office

Gross worldwide $15392

Tech specs

Runtime 1h 57m
Color Color
Sound mix Stereo
Aspect ratio 1.78 : 1

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