Gloria
Glória
Synopsis
Gloria is set against the backdrop of a rural landscape slowly disappearing in modern Portugal. The small border town of Vila de Santiago, once a booming trade center for illegal trafficking, is about to become a ghost town, as a new motorway is to bypass the city and the railway station is being closed. Its stationmaster, Vincente, is preparing to retire. Many young people have moved out, leaving the children to be brought up by the elderly, including thirteen-year-old Glória and her friend Ivan. Glória's life suddenly changes with the arrival of Vincente's younger brother, Mauro, who has just come out of prison and has some old issues to settle. Mauro begins to charge around the station on his motorbike, while Glória's friendship with Ivan is put to test on account of her attraction to older Mauro.
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Official Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2011-05-01
Top Cast
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Jean-Christophe Bouvet
Vicente
Raquel Marques
Glória
Francisco Relvas
Ivan
Ricardo Aibéo
Mauro
Paula Só
Noémia
Isabel de Castro
Teresa
Carlos Melo
Nursing Orderly
Katia Leclerc O’Wallis
Woman
Pedro Duque
Man in the Pub
Joaquina Furtado
Grandmother
Norberto Barroca
Voice of Vicente
Fernando Heitor
(voice)
José Nascimento
Man in the Balcony
Pedro Alpiarça
Augusto
Release History & Theatrical Window
Berlin International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Manuela Viegas
- Screenplay & Story
- Joaquim Sapinho, Manuela Viegas
- Original Title
- Glória
- Country of Origin
- Spain, France, Portugal
- Spoken Languages
- Portuguese
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Production Studios
- Rosa Filmes, Camelot Pélis S.L., Caro-Line Production, Instituto Português da Arte Cinematográfica e Audiovisual
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Manuela Viegas
Joaquim Sapinho, Manuela Viegas
Jean-Michel Humeau
Manuela Viegas
Amândio Coroado
Department Leadership Roster
Amândio Coroado
Producer
Joaquim Sapinho
Writer
Manuela Viegas
Writer
Manuela Viegas
Editor
Manuela Viegas
Director
Jean-Michel Humeau
Director of Photography
Ana Louro
Production Design
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Gloria.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Gloria
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Gloria about?
Gloria is set against the backdrop of a rural landscape slowly disappearing in modern Portugal. The small border town of Vila de Santiago, once a booming trade center for illegal trafficking, is about to become a ghost town, as a new motorway is to bypass the city and the railway station is being closed. Its stationmaster, Vincente, is preparing to retire. Many young people have moved out, leaving the children to be brought up by the elderly, including thirteen-year-old Glória and her friend Ivan. Glória's life suddenly changes with the arrival of Vincente's younger brother, Mauro, who has just come out of prison and has some old issues to settle. Mauro begins to charge around the station on his motorbike, while Glória's friendship with Ivan is put to test on account of her attraction to older Mauro.
Who directed Gloria?
Gloria was directed by Manuela Viegas.
Who stars in Gloria?
The principal cast of Gloria includes Jean-Christophe Bouvet, Raquel Marques, Francisco Relvas, Ricardo Aibéo, Paula Só.
When was Gloria released and how long is it?
Gloria was released in 1999 with a total runtime of 1h 42m.