The Vow
A Promessa
Synopsis
José and Maria, a young, devout couple in a remote Portuguese fishing village, take a vow of chastity on their wedding night to honor a religious pact. Their commitment is pushed to the breaking point when they rescue a mysterious, wounded stranger and bring him into their home. As the outsider’s presence ignites repressed desires and jealousy, the couple's sacred promise leads to a violent confrontation with the local community's superstitions.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- António de Macedo
- Screenplay & Story
- António de Macedo
- Original Score
- Michel Giacometti
- Original Title
- A Promessa
- Country of Origin
- Portugal
- Spoken Languages
- Portuguese
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Production Studios
- Centro Português de Cinema (CPC)
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
António de Macedo
António de Macedo, Bernardo Santareno
Michel Giacometti
Elso Roque
António de Macedo
António de Macedo, Francisco Ramos de Castro
Department Leadership Roster
António de Macedo
Director
António de Macedo
Screenplay
Bernardo Santareno
Writer
António de Macedo
Producer
Francisco Ramos de Castro
Producer
Elso Roque
Director of Photography
António de Macedo
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Vow
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Vow about?
José and Maria, a young, devout couple in a remote Portuguese fishing village, take a vow of chastity on their wedding night to honor a religious pact. Their commitment is pushed to the breaking point when they rescue a mysterious, wounded stranger and bring him into their home. As the outsider’s presence ignites repressed desires and jealousy, the couple's sacred promise leads to a violent confrontation with the local community's superstitions.
Who directed The Vow?
The Vow was directed by António de Macedo.
Who stars in The Vow?
The principal cast of The Vow includes Sinde Filipe, Guida Maria, João Mota, Luís Santos, J. Rodrigues de Carvalho.
When was The Vow released and how long is it?
The Vow was released in 1973 with a total runtime of 1h 42m.
Who composed the musical score for The Vow?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Vow was composed by Michel Giacometti.