A Tempestade da Terra (1997): reparto, argumento y streaming

Released in 1997, A Tempestade da Terra is a thriller, drama and romance film directed by Fernando D'Almeida e Silva, running about 105 minutes.

What it’s 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’s in it. A Tempestade da Terra stars Maria de Medeiros as Lena, João Grosso as Jorge, Ângelo Torres as Ningo and Eugénia Bettencourt as Lena's Mother, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 3.0/10, A Tempestade da Terra has proved divisive with audiences.

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

If you liked it. Fans of A Tempestade da Terra tend to enjoy El caballero oscuro, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.