The Given Word

The Given Word 1962 Directed by Anselmo Duarte O Pagador de Promessas

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.

Country Brazil

Production Country Brazil

Language Portuguese

Spoken Language Portuguese

Gnere Drama

Production Company Cinedistri

Release Date 17 April 1962

98 mins