The First Mass
A Primeira Missa
“A Brazilian film to the heart of the world”
Synopsis
Meant principally for a sympathetic audience, whether Catholic or not, this routine story about a priest's receiving the call to the cloth may be a bit slow and theatrical for some viewers. Directed by Lima Barreto, the tale is told in a series of flashbacks as the priest remembers how he was transformed as a child into a person willing to give his life in service of the church and his God. Barreto also scripted the story, which in the end, may be too filled with religious platitudes and preachy overtones to effectively convey its message.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lima Barreto
- Screenplay & Story
- Nair Lacerda
- Original Title
- A Primeira Missa
- Spoken Languages
- Portuguese
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lima Barreto
Nair Lacerda
Department Leadership Roster
Lima Barreto
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About The First Mass
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The First Mass about?
Meant principally for a sympathetic audience, whether Catholic or not, this routine story about a priest's receiving the call to the cloth may be a bit slow and theatrical for some viewers. Directed by Lima Barreto, the tale is told in a series of flashbacks as the priest remembers how he was transformed as a child into a person willing to give his life in service of the church and his God. Barreto also scripted the story, which in the end, may be too filled with religious platitudes and preachy overtones to effectively convey its message.
Who directed The First Mass?
The First Mass was directed by Lima Barreto.
Who stars in The First Mass?
The principal cast of The First Mass includes Roberto Alrean, Dionísio Azevedo, Artur Barman, Felipe Barreto, Martin Binder.
When was The First Mass released and how long is it?
The First Mass was released in 1961 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.