The Anchorage of Time
O Ancoradouro do Tempo
Synopsis
In Mozambique, Izidine, a young police inspector, is called to investigate the murder of Vasto Excelêncio, the director of a nursing home built within the walls of an old colonial slave fortress. He is shocked when all the elderly residents, as well as the head nurse, Marta, confess to the murder. Each one has motive, given Excelêncio’s abusive behavior. With only a week to solve the case, the detective slowly unravels truths about the murder, Mozambique's colonial past, and himself.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
February 13, 2025
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Sol de Carvalho
- Screenplay & Story
- Sol de Carvalho, Mia Couto
- Original Score
- Stewart Sukuma
- Original Title
- O Ancoradouro do Tempo
- Country of Origin
- Germany, Mozambique, Portugal, Angola, Mauritius
- Spoken Languages
- Portuguese, Tsonga
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Production Studios
- Autentika Films, Gamboa & Gamboa, Promarte, Real Ficção, Caméléon Production
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Sol de Carvalho
Sol de Carvalho, Mia Couto
Stewart Sukuma
Bruno Lopes
Sol de Carvalho, Jacinta Barros, Rui Simões, Paulo Roberto de Carvalho, Gudula Meinzolt
Department Leadership Roster
Sol de Carvalho
Director
Stewart Sukuma
Original Music Composer
Sol de Carvalho
Screenplay
Sol de Carvalho
Producer
Mia Couto
Screenplay
Jacinta Barros
Producer
Rui Simões
Producer
Bruno Lopes
Editor
Paulo Roberto de Carvalho
Producer
Gudula Meinzolt
Producer
Zézé Gamboa
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Anchorage of Time
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Anchorage of Time about?
In Mozambique, Izidine, a young police inspector, is called to investigate the murder of Vasto Excelêncio, the director of a nursing home built within the walls of an old colonial slave fortress. He is shocked when all the elderly residents, as well as the head nurse, Marta, confess to the murder. Each one has motive, given Excelêncio’s abusive behavior. With only a week to solve the case, the detective slowly unravels truths about the murder, Mozambique's colonial past, and himself.
Who directed The Anchorage of Time?
The Anchorage of Time was directed by Sol de Carvalho.
Who stars in The Anchorage of Time?
The principal cast of The Anchorage of Time includes Horácio Guiamba, Maria Adamugy, Tomas Bie, Mário Mabjaia, Adelino Branquinho.
When was The Anchorage of Time released and how long is it?
The Anchorage of Time was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 1h 45m.
Who composed the musical score for The Anchorage of Time?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Anchorage of Time was composed by Stewart Sukuma.
Is The Anchorage of Time based on a book or true story?
The Anchorage of Time is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Mia Couto".