Fado, História d'uma Cantadeira (1947) : distribution, intrigue et streaming

Released in 1947, Fado, História d'uma Cantadeira is a drame, romance and musique film directed by Perdigão Queiroga, running about 110 minutes.

What it’s about. Ana Maria loves a modest guitar player, Júlio; when she herself in a 'retiro' (typical fado tavern), public and critics rend major applause. Fame brings about new friends, namely bohemian young who play and sing the fado with her, and not so young men but who rich and powerful enough to patronize her, promote her, and wish to become intimate with her. Júlio the guitarist feel betrayed, and he sets his mind to depart to the African colonies, to leave her forever. Knowing that he's going to embark, Ana Maria's heart between her first love, and the appeal of the rich and famous.

Who’s in it. Fado, História d'uma Cantadeira stars Amália Rodrigues as Ana Maria, Virgílio Teixeira as Júlio Guitarrista, Vasco Santana as Joaquim Marujo and António Silva as Chico Fadista, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.7/10, Fado, História d'uma Cantadeira 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 Fado, História d'uma Cantadeira page.

If you liked it. Fans of Fado, História d'uma Cantadeira tend to enjoy Les Évadés, Le Parrain, La Liste de Schindler and Le Parrain, 2e partie.