Swagatam (1998): Besetzung, Handlung & Streaming

Released in 1998, Swagatam is a notable film directed by Catarina Alves Costa.

What it’s 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 ....

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Swagatam page.