The Boy and the Wind (1967): cast, story & where to watch
1967 · Film · ★ 8.1
Released in 1967, The Boy and the Wind is a drama film directed by Carlos Hugo Christensen, running about 104 minutes. “The fascination with the force of the wind in the city of Bela Vista unites Zeca da Curva and José Roberto Nery.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A young engineer on holiday gets involved with a boy who has a strange relationship with the wind. Their close friendship arouses suspicion in the small town. When the boy disappears, the engineer is accused of murdering him.
Who’s in it. The Boy and the Wind stars Ênio Gonçalves as José Roberto Nery, Luiz Fernando Ianelli as Zeca da Curva, Wilma Henriques as Laura and Odilon Azevedo as Clerk, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.1/10, The Boy and the Wind sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Boy and the Wind page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Boy and the Wind tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Boy and the Wind (1967)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Boy and the Wind change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Boy and the Wind worth watching?
- The Boy and the Wind holds an audience score of 8.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Boy and the Wind?
- The Boy and the Wind stars Ênio Gonçalves, Luiz Fernando Ianelli, Wilma Henriques, Odilon Azevedo and Palmira Barbosa.
- When was The Boy and the Wind released?
- The Boy and the Wind was released in 1967, with a runtime of about 104 minutes.