What is O Primo Basílio?
O Primo Basílio is a film first released in 1959. Catalogued under Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1959
- Release date
- Dec 3, 1959
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
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O Primo Basílio is a film first released in 1959. Catalogued under Drama. A full overview for this page is being written and will appear here once verified against sources.
Should you watch it?
“A 19th‑century Lisbon couple navigates love and duty in a restrained drama.”
- Authentic 19th‑century Lisbon atmosphere
- Elegant period costumes and set design
- Focused portrayal of marital dynamics
- Pacing may feel deliberate for contemporary viewers
Watch it if you appreciate classic period dramas that explore bourgeois relationships.
The film is a sober romantic drama suited for mature audiences.
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What is the setting of O Primo Basílio?
The story takes place in 19th‑century Lisbon among the city’s bourgeois class.
Who are the main characters?
Jorge, a successful engineer and ministry employee, and Luísa, a romantic, dreamy young woman.
What genre does the film belong to?
It is classified as a drama.
How long is the film?
The runtime is approximately 2 hours and 9 minutes.
When was O Primo Basílio released?
It was released on 12 March 1959 in Portugal.