Party
Synopsis
The battle of the sexes? The forces of despair and seduction? On S. Miguel in the Azores, Rogério, a young man with old money, and his enigmatic wife Leonor host a garden party at their villa. The intriguing guests are an older unmarried couple, the philosophical and observant Irene, and Michel, a roué. While Rogério and Irene talk, Michel and Leonor go down to the sea. The conversations upset Rogério and capture Leonor's imagination. Five years later, the four dine at the villa. Michel and Leonor again leave the other two. Intentions and undercurrents are subtle. One of the four proves strong, one weak, and two must choose. Wind and rain bring down the curtain on both acts.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Manoel de Oliveira
- Screenplay & Story
- Manoel de Oliveira
- Original Title
- Party
- Country of Origin
- France, Portugal
- Spoken Languages
- French, Portuguese
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Production Studios
- Gemini Films, Madragoa Filmes
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Manoel de Oliveira
Manoel de Oliveira, Agustina Bessa-Luís, Jacques Parsi
Renato Berta
Valérie Loiseleux
Paulo Branco
Department Leadership Roster
Manoel de Oliveira
Director
Paulo Branco
Producer
Valérie Loiseleux
Editor
Renato Berta
Director of Photography
Manoel de Oliveira
Screenplay
Agustina Bessa-Luís
Writer
Jacques Parsi
Writer
Zé Branco
Production Design
Isabel Branco
Costume Design
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Party.
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What is Party about?
The battle of the sexes? The forces of despair and seduction? On S. Miguel in the Azores, Rogério, a young man with old money, and his enigmatic wife Leonor host a garden party at their villa. The intriguing guests are an older unmarried couple, the philosophical and observant Irene, and Michel, a roué. While Rogério and Irene talk, Michel and Leonor go down to the sea. The conversations upset Rogério and capture Leonor's imagination. Five years later, the four dine at the villa. Michel and Leonor again leave the other two. Intentions and undercurrents are subtle. One of the four proves strong, one weak, and two must choose. Wind and rain bring down the curtain on both acts.
Who directed Party?
Party was directed by Manoel de Oliveira.
Who stars in Party?
The principal cast of Party includes Michel Piccoli, Irene Papas, Leonor Silveira, Rogério Samora, Sofia Alves.
When was Party released and how long is it?
Party was released in 1996 with a total runtime of 1h 32m.