The Telescope of Time (2014): cast, story & where to watch
2014 · Film · ★ 7.2
Released in 2014, The Telescope of Time is a drama and music film directed by Alceu Valença, running about 99 minutes.
What it’s about. Musical drama that uses popular myths of Brazilian culture to narrate a story full of meetings and misunderstandings, betrayals and loves, crimes and punishments. Against the backdrop of the Pernambuco backlands – its people and its culture, the cordel, the bandits, the cinema and the circus – the film is a universal drama, laden with unique poetry, where reality and the dreamworld mingle.
Who’s in it. The Telescope of Time stars Irandhir Santos as Lampião, Hermila Guedes as Maria Bonita, Alceu Valença as Palhaço Quiabo and Ari de Arimatéria as Severo Filho, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, The Telescope of Time has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Telescope of Time page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Telescope of Time tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Telescope of Time (2014)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Telescope of Time change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Telescope of Time worth watching?
- The Telescope of Time holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and music. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Telescope of Time?
- The Telescope of Time stars Irandhir Santos, Hermila Guedes, Alceu Valença, Ari de Arimatéria and Ceceu Valença.
- When was The Telescope of Time released?
- The Telescope of Time was released in 2014, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.