Born with a Thunderstorm (2017): cast, story & where to watch
2017 · Film
Released in 2017, Born with a Thunderstorm is a history and documentary film directed by Leonor Areal, running about 140 minutes.
What it’s about. The autobiographical texts and letters by film director Manuel Guimarães, and exchanged by him with friends, are the axis for the intimate narrative of his life, social concerns, passion for movies - while revisiting many movies of the 20th century and his complete filmography. One segment documents the epic way directors attempted to bypass official censorship to show their movies out of the country.
Who’s in it. Born with a Thunderstorm stars Manuel Guimarães, António da Cunha Telles and José Eduardo Rocha as Igrejas Caeiro (voice).
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Born with a Thunderstorm page.
If you liked it. Fans of Born with a Thunderstorm tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Saving Private Ryan, Hacksaw Ridge and Green Book.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Born with a Thunderstorm (2017)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Born with a Thunderstorm change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Born with a Thunderstorm?
- Born with a Thunderstorm stars Manuel Guimarães, António da Cunha Telles and José Eduardo Rocha.
- When was Born with a Thunderstorm released?
- Born with a Thunderstorm was released in 2017, with a runtime of about 140 minutes.