Beloved/Friend (1999): cast, story & where to watch
1999 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 1999, Beloved/Friend is a drama film directed by Ventura Pons, running about 87 minutes.
What it’s about. Based on a work of Josep Maria Benet i Jornet entitled "Testament", the film tells the story of an aging professor of medieval literature with the dilemma of deciding who will inherit his essay on "The Book of friend and loved" by Ramon Llull. Feeling near death as a result of illness, he discovers that the ideal person is a young and intelligent student he is in love with and who is dedicated to male prostitution.
Who’s in it. Beloved/Friend stars Josep Maria Pou, Rosa María Sardà as Fanny, Mario Gas and David Selvas as David, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, Beloved/Friend 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 Beloved/Friend page.
If you liked it. Fans of Beloved/Friend tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Beloved/Friend (1999)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Beloved/Friend change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Beloved/Friend worth watching?
- Beloved/Friend holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Beloved/Friend?
- Beloved/Friend stars Josep Maria Pou, Rosa María Sardà, Mario Gas, David Selvas and Irene Montalà.
- When was Beloved/Friend released?
- Beloved/Friend was released in 1999, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.