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Saramago: Documentos

1996-02-07 · 54 min · Not rated

Documentary

About the Portuguese author José Saramago, based on a long interview with the writer at his home on the island of Lanzarote, in which he analyzes his work and shares his reflection on some aspects of his personal life.

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Directors
João Mário Grilo
Production companies
Zebra Filmes, RTP
Countries
Portugal
Status
Released

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Clara Ferreira AlvesHerself
Suzana BorgesSuzana BorgesHerself
João LagartoJoão LagartoHimself
José SaramagoJosé SaramagoHimself

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