The Strange Case of Angelica

Basic Info:

Released Date:

2011-03-16

Languages:

Portuguese

Countries:

Portugal, Spain, France, Brazil

Runtime:

97 min

Rated:

UNRATED

IMDB Ratings:

6.2 (1190 Reviews)

Director:

Manoel de Oliveira

Genres:

Drama

Cast:

Pilar Lèpez de Ayala Isabel Ruth Leonor Silveira Ricardo Trèpa

Writer:

Manoel de Oliveira (screenplay)

Fullplot:

A magical tale about a young photographer who falls madly in love with a woman he can never have, except in his dreams. Late one night, Isaac is summoned by a wealthy family to take the last photograph of a young bride, Angelica, who mysteriously passed away. Arriving at their estate, Isaac is struck by Angelica's beauty, but when he looks through his lens, something strange happens - the young woman appears to come to life. From that moment, Isaac will be haunted by Angelica day and night.

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