Before the Summer (1968): cast, story & where to watch
1968 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1968, Before the Summer is a drama, crime and romance film directed by Gerson Tavares, running about 80 minutes.
What it’s about. A middle-aged man builds a summer house in Cabo Frio, Rio de Janeiro. Married to a beautiful woman, father of two and successful career, the house is a symbol of his personal achievements. But as the wind, the salt and the sand threaten to invade the breaches of the house, their marriage begins to crumble. And like a bad omen, a mysterious murder takes place in the vicinity.
Who’s in it. Before the Summer stars Jardel Filho as Luis, Norma Bengell as Maria Clara, Paulo Gracindo and Hugo Carvana, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Before the Summer has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Before the Summer page.
If you liked it. Fans of Before the Summer tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Before the Summer (1968)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Before the Summer change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Before the Summer worth watching?
- Before the Summer holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, crime and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Before the Summer?
- Before the Summer stars Jardel Filho, Norma Bengell, Paulo Gracindo, Hugo Carvana and Mário Brasini.
- When was Before the Summer released?
- Before the Summer was released in 1968, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.