True and Tender is the North (2008): cast, story & where to watch
2008 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 2008, True and Tender is the North is a drama and romance film directed by João Botelho, running about 122 minutes.
What it’s about. Adaptation of a 1987 novel by Agustina Bessa Luis, a multi-generation exploration of a wealthy family with a mysterious past and a house on the island of Madeira.
Who’s in it. True and Tender is the North stars Ana Moreira as Sissi / Rosalina / Emília de Sousa / Águeda / Rosamunde, Ricardo Aibéo as João Sanha, Rogério Samora as João de Barros and Maya Booth as Dozy, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, True and Tender is the North has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch True and Tender is the North page.
If you liked it. Fans of True and Tender is the North tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch True and Tender is the North (2008)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for True and Tender is the North change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is True and Tender is the North worth watching?
- True and Tender is the North holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in True and Tender is the North?
- True and Tender is the North stars Ana Moreira, Ricardo Aibéo, Rogério Samora, Maya Booth and Margarida Vila-Nova.
- When was True and Tender is the North released?
- True and Tender is the North was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 122 minutes.