The Island of Contenda
O Ilhéu da Contenda
Synopsis
Cape Verde, 1964. At the feet of a mighty volcano, the traditional Cape Verdean society is undergoing a steady change. The old land-owning aristocracy is disintegrating. A class of "mulattos" begins to emerge, with a trade-based financial power that threatens the landlords. A new identity arises, a mix of old and new, of African and Portuguese culture, sensual and dynamic. The songs of Cesária Évora follow this inevitable transformation. From the novel by Henrique Teixeira de Sousa.
Top Cast
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Eusébio
Luísa Cruz
Esmeralda
Fernanda Alves
Nha Mariquinha
Cecília Guimarães
Nha Noca
Luís Mascarenhas
Inspector
José Fanha
Carneiro
Leandro Ferreira
Father Vitorio
Isabel de Castro
Nha Caela
Filipe Ferrer
Alberto
Teresa Madruga
Belinha
Betina Lopes
Soila
Henrique Espírito Santo
Governor
Laurinda Ferreira
Alice
Marina Albuquerque
Pedro Wilson
Dr. Vicente
Horácio Santos
Anacleto
Carlos Rodrigues
Augusto Foleiro
Mano Preto
Chiquinho
Release History & Theatrical Window
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Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Leão Lopes
- Screenplay & Story
- Henrique Teixeira de Sousa, José Fanha, Leão Lopes
- Original Score
- Manuel Paulo
- Original Title
- O Ilhéu da Contenda
- Country of Origin
- Belgium, Cape Verde, France, Portugal
- Spoken Languages
- Portuguese
- Runtime
- 1h 50m
- Production Studios
- Instituto Português da Arte Cinematográfica e Audiovisual, Fundação Calouste Gulbenkian, Instituto Caboverdiano de Cinema, Ministère de la Communauté Française de Belgique, Ministère de la culture, Ministère de la Coopération, European Script Fund, Tobis Portuguesa, Vermedia, Saga Film, RTP
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Leão Lopes
Henrique Teixeira de Sousa, José Fanha, Leão Lopes
Manuel Paulo
João Abel Aboim
Denise Vindevogel
Paulo De Sousa
Department Leadership Roster
João Abel Aboim
Director of Photography
Denise Vindevogel
Editor
Paulo De Sousa
Producer
Leão Lopes
Director
José Fanha
Writer
Leão Lopes
Writer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Island of Contenda
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Island of Contenda about?
Cape Verde, 1964. At the feet of a mighty volcano, the traditional Cape Verdean society is undergoing a steady change. The old land-owning aristocracy is disintegrating. A class of "mulattos" begins to emerge, with a trade-based financial power that threatens the landlords. A new identity arises, a mix of old and new, of African and Portuguese culture, sensual and dynamic. The songs of Cesária Évora follow this inevitable transformation. From the novel by Henrique Teixeira de Sousa.
Who directed The Island of Contenda?
The Island of Contenda was directed by Leão Lopes.
Who stars in The Island of Contenda?
The principal cast of The Island of Contenda includes João Lourenço, Luísa Cruz, Fernanda Alves, Cecília Guimarães, Luís Mascarenhas.
When was The Island of Contenda released and how long is it?
The Island of Contenda was released in 1999 with a total runtime of 1h 50m.
Who composed the musical score for The Island of Contenda?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Island of Contenda was composed by Manuel Paulo.
Is The Island of Contenda based on a book or true story?
The Island of Contenda is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Henrique Teixeira de Sousa".