The Welles Raft (2019): cast, story & where to watch
2019 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 2019, The Welles Raft is a documentary film directed by Petrus Cariry, running about 75 minutes. “A documentary about Orson Welles days in Brazil in 1942.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The raft man Manuel Jacaré was swallowed by the sea when Orson Welles was filming It's All True in 1942. The fact evokes memories of the dictatorship of the Estado Novo, of World War II, of Ceará fishermen's struggle for labor rights and housing in their traditional space - target of real estate speculation.
Who’s in it. The Welles Raft stars Orson Welles as Himself (Archive Footage), Helena Ignez as Herself, Grande Otelo as Himself (Archive Footage) and Richard Wilson as Himself (Archive Footage), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, The Welles Raft 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 Welles Raft page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Welles Raft tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Welles Raft (2019)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Welles Raft change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Welles Raft worth watching?
- The Welles Raft holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Welles Raft?
- The Welles Raft stars Orson Welles, Helena Ignez, Grande Otelo, Richard Wilson and Catherine L. Benamou.
- When was The Welles Raft released?
- The Welles Raft was released in 2019, with a runtime of about 75 minutes.