The Obsessed of Catulé (1965): cast, story & where to watch
1965 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 1965, The Obsessed of Catulé is a drama film directed by Anselmo Duarte, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. In the Brazilian countryside, poor sharecroppers join a messianic group led by Joaquim, who believes he is the reincarnation of Jesus Christ. Gaining power over the peasants, he begins to persecute those who do not pay absolute obeisance.
Who’s in it. The Obsessed of Catulé stars Raul Cortez as Joaquim, José Parisi as Manoel, Esther Mellinger as Artuliana and Lélia Abramo as Dolor, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, The Obsessed of Catulé 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 The Obsessed of Catulé page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Obsessed of Catulé tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Obsessed of Catulé (1965)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Obsessed of Catulé change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Obsessed of Catulé worth watching?
- The Obsessed of Catulé holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Obsessed of Catulé?
- The Obsessed of Catulé stars Raul Cortez, José Parisi, Esther Mellinger, Lélia Abramo and Stênio Garcia.
- When was The Obsessed of Catulé released?
- The Obsessed of Catulé was released in 1965, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.