Saint Bernard

1972·Movie
1h 53min
77
GreatGoodWatch score

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Strong craft, emotionally cool.

Energy

Tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension7
  • Adrenaline3
  • Violence3

Heart

Moving and melancholic

Much of it is about family.

  • Pathos8
  • Melancholy8
  • Family Dynamics7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Dark Humor2
  • Situational Comedy0

World

The mind, class and money, and society

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout characters, direction, and performances

  • Character Depth9
  • Direction8
  • Acting8

Style

Standout cinematography

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

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About

The story of Paulo Honório, a poor ploughman who becomes a rich farmer. Obsessed by his desire to get even richer, he doesn't pay much attention to his wife, Madalena, a teacher who reacts against his tyrannical ways.
Brazilian CinemaPsychological DramaObsession with WealthMarital ConflictTyranny & PowerBleak Character StudySocial DeclineRural LifeFatalistic Narrative

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Is Saint Bernard worth watching?

77
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 77/100 (IMDb 7.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Saint Bernard rated?

Disturbing imagery

Content advisories: disturbing imagery.

How long is Saint Bernard?

1 h 53 min

Saint Bernard runs 1 h 53 min.

What language is Saint Bernard in?

Portuguese

It was made in Portuguese. Produced in Brazil.

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