Land of Storms
A Tempestade da Terra
Synopsis
Lena disappears mysteriously during the winter of 1976. This is the last stop on a journey that begins in colonial Mozambique on new year's eve at 1957 gives way to 1958. Ningo, a black boy brought up by Lena's parents, and her childhood friend, comes to Lisbon to help find her, at the request of Lena's mother. Using the letters that Lena has left behind as a testament to her life, in wich she has rebelled against the challenged the powers that be, Ningo discovers the identity of her kidnapper - Jorge Matos - a former secret policeman who has followed her from Lourenço Marques, motivated by morbid desire. Lena's kidnapper dies from two inexplicable snake bites to the neck, in accordance with a legend and ritual that had been part of Lena and Ningo's childhood.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Mostra Internacional de Cinema de São Paulo
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Fernando D'Almeida e Silva
- Screenplay & Story
- Fernando D'Almeida e Silva, Luis Carlos Patraquim
- Original Score
- Ramon Galarza
- Original Title
- A Tempestade da Terra
- Country of Origin
- Portugal
- Spoken Languages
- Portuguese
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Production Studios
- Cinemate Material Cinematográfico
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Fernando D'Almeida e Silva
Fernando D'Almeida e Silva, Luis Carlos Patraquim
Ramon Galarza
Acácio de Almeida
Fernando D'Almeida e Silva, João Braz
Ana Costa, Paulo De Sousa
Department Leadership Roster
Fernando D'Almeida e Silva
Editor
Silvia Grabowski
Costume Design
João Braz
Editor
Ana Costa
Producer
Paulo De Sousa
Producer
Fernando D'Almeida e Silva
Director
Fernando D'Almeida e Silva
Screenplay
Luis Carlos Patraquim
Screenplay
Acácio de Almeida
Director of Photography
Ramon Galarza
Original Music Composer
João Calvário
Production Design
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Land of Storms.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Land of Storms
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Land of Storms about?
Lena disappears mysteriously during the winter of 1976. This is the last stop on a journey that begins in colonial Mozambique on new year's eve at 1957 gives way to 1958. Ningo, a black boy brought up by Lena's parents, and her childhood friend, comes to Lisbon to help find her, at the request of Lena's mother. Using the letters that Lena has left behind as a testament to her life, in wich she has rebelled against the challenged the powers that be, Ningo discovers the identity of her kidnapper - Jorge Matos - a former secret policeman who has followed her from Lourenço Marques, motivated by morbid desire. Lena's kidnapper dies from two inexplicable snake bites to the neck, in accordance with a legend and ritual that had been part of Lena and Ningo's childhood.
Who directed Land of Storms?
Land of Storms was directed by Fernando D'Almeida e Silva.
Who stars in Land of Storms?
The principal cast of Land of Storms includes Maria de Medeiros, João Grosso, Ângelo Torres, Eugénia Bettencourt, José Eduardo.
When was Land of Storms released and how long is it?
Land of Storms was released in 1997 with a total runtime of 1h 45m.
Who composed the musical score for Land of Storms?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Land of Storms was composed by Ramon Galarza.