The Given Word (1964)
Storyline
Zé is a very poor man whose most prized possession is his donkey. When his donkey falls terminally ill, Zé makes a promise to Saint Bárbara: If his donkey recovers, he will carry a cross - like Jesus - all the way from his city to Saint Bárbara's church, in the state capital. Upon the recovery of his donkey, Zé leaves on his journey. He makes it to the church, but the priest refuses to accept the cross once he discovers the context of Zé's promise.
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Movie Details
| Original title | O Pagador de Promessas |
|---|---|
| Release date | Mar 24, 1964 |
| Status | Released |
FAQ
What is The Given Word about?
Zé is a very poor man whose most prized possession is his donkey. When his donkey falls terminally ill, Zé makes a promise to Saint Bárbara: If his donkey recovers, he will carry a cross - like Jesus - all the way from his city to Saint Bárbara's church, in the state capital. Upon the recovery of his donkey, Zé leaves on his journey. He makes it to the church, but the priest refuses to accept the cross once he discovers the context of Zé's promise.
When was The Given Word released?
The Given Word was released on Mar 24, 1964 (status: Released).
Who directed The Given Word?
Anselmo Duarte directed The Given Word.
What is the TMDB rating of The Given Word?
The Given Word has a TMDB rating of 8.1/10 from 126 votes.