Gebo and the Shadow (2012): cast, story & where to watch
2012 · Film · ★ 7.4
Released in 2012, Gebo and the Shadow is a drama film directed by Manoel de Oliveira, running about 95 minutes.
What it’s about. Despite his age and general weariness, Gebo keeps on working as an accountant to provide for his family. He lives with his wife, Doroteia, and his daughter-in-law, Sofia, but it is the absence of João, son and husband, that worries them.Gebo seems to be hiding something, especially to Doroteia, who is anxiously waiting to see her son again. Sofia is also waiting for her husband to come home, and yet she fears him. All of a sudden, João arrives and everything changes.
Who’s in it. Gebo and the Shadow stars Michael Lonsdale as Gebo, Claudia Cardinale as Doroteia, Jeanne Moreau as Candidinha and Leonor Silveira as Sofia, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.4/10, Gebo and the Shadow has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Gebo and the Shadow page.
If you liked it. Fans of Gebo and the Shadow tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Gebo and the Shadow (2012)?
- In US, Gebo and the Shadow is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Gebo and the Shadow worth watching?
- Gebo and the Shadow holds an audience score of 7.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Gebo and the Shadow?
- Gebo and the Shadow stars Michael Lonsdale, Claudia Cardinale, Jeanne Moreau, Leonor Silveira and Luís Miguel Cintra.
- When was Gebo and the Shadow released?
- Gebo and the Shadow was released in 2012, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.