Nelio's Story (1998): cast, story & where to watch
1998 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1998, Nelio's Story is a drama film directed by Solveig Nordlund, running about 93 minutes.
What it’s about. Based on the book by Henning Mankell (Sweden), this story takes place in Mozambique and is about a young boy, Nelio, who loses his entire family during a time of civil war. A wounded Nelio is found by a baker in the capital Mapouto; refusing medical treatment, the boy instead asks for sanctuary so he can tell his terrible tale. This he proceeds to do, starting with how the fighters arrived in his village and slaughtered many, to his captivity, his escape and his teaming with other orphaned street urchins to become their leader in survival.
Who’s in it. Nelio's Story stars Sérgio Titos as Nélio, Francisco Chilengue as Nacimento, Avelino Manhiça as Mandioca and Adelino Branquinho as Senhor Castigo, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Nelio's Story has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Nelio's Story page.
If you liked it. Fans of Nelio's Story tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Nelio's Story (1998)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Nelio's Story change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Nelio's Story worth watching?
- Nelio's Story holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Nelio's Story?
- Nelio's Story stars Sérgio Titos, Francisco Chilengue, Avelino Manhiça, Adelino Branquinho and João Manja.
- When was Nelio's Story released?
- Nelio's Story was released in 1998, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.