Manhã Submersa (1980): cast, story & where to watch
1980 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 1980, Manhã Submersa is a drama film directed by Lauro António, running about 131 minutes.
What it’s about. Estefânia is an old, rich, strict catholic woman, and when she sets her eyes on a couple of servants who have no means to bring up properly their youngest son, António, she decides to move her influences in order to make a priest out of him. The parents accept it, the local priest and even the Seminar's rector accept it, and António accepts it - if not for piety, for obeyance to his parents. Once time goes by, and António is out of rural misery and into the prison-like system of a seminar, doubts and anguishes mount within him.
Who’s in it. Manhã Submersa stars Eunice Muñoz as Dona Estefânia, Vergílio Ferreira as Reitor, Canto e Castro as Padre Tomás and Jacinto Ramos as Padre Martins, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, Manhã Submersa has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Manhã Submersa page.
If you liked it. Fans of Manhã Submersa tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Manhã Submersa (1980)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Manhã Submersa change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Manhã Submersa worth watching?
- Manhã Submersa holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Manhã Submersa?
- Manhã Submersa stars Eunice Muñoz, Vergílio Ferreira, Canto e Castro, Jacinto Ramos and Carlos Wallenstein.
- When was Manhã Submersa released?
- Manhã Submersa was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 131 minutes.