Swagatam
Synopsis
Lisbon has the second largest community of Hindus in Europe. This film portrays this community, focusing on a family originally from Diu, who then emigrated to Mozambique and then, in 1976, to Lisbon. The film portrays the contrast and conflict between this group of Diu families, low caste with the Lohanas group, the merchants caste. A new temple is being built, however in the courtyard of his house the family Carsane still makes its parties and alternative rituals ....
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Catarina Alves Costa
- Original Title
- Swagatam
- Country of Origin
- Portugal
- Spoken Languages
- Hindi, Portuguese
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- SP Filmes
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Catarina Alves Costa
João Ribeiro
Department Leadership Roster
João Ribeiro
Director of Photography
Catarina Alves Costa
Director
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What is Swagatam about?
Lisbon has the second largest community of Hindus in Europe. This film portrays this community, focusing on a family originally from Diu, who then emigrated to Mozambique and then, in 1976, to Lisbon. The film portrays the contrast and conflict between this group of Diu families, low caste with the Lohanas group, the merchants caste. A new temple is being built, however in the courtyard of his house the family Carsane still makes its parties and alternative rituals ....
Who directed Swagatam?
Swagatam was directed by Catarina Alves Costa.
Who stars in Swagatam?
The principal cast of Swagatam includes Not specified.
When was Swagatam released and how long is it?
Swagatam was released in 1998 with a total runtime of 50m.