The Vow

Story

Synopsis

José and Maria, a young, devout couple in a remote Portuguese fishing village, take a vow of chastity on their wedding night to honor a religious pact. Their commitment is pushed to the breaking point when they rescue a mysterious, wounded stranger and bring him into their home. As the outsider’s presence ignites repressed desires and jealousy, the couple's sacred promise leads to a violent confrontation with the local community's superstitions.

Director

António de Macedo

Writers

António de Macedo, Bernardo Santareno

Language

Portuguese

Country

Portugal

Release date

16 June 1973

Ensemble

Cast

• 

  Sinde Filipe

  Labareda

• 

  Guida Maria

  Maria do Mar

• 

  João Mota

  José

• 

  Luís Santos

  Salvador

• J. Rodrigues de Carvalho

  Mário

• Fernando Loureiro

  Cigano

• Luís Barradas

  Cigano

• 

  Fernanda Coimbra

  Cigana

• Maria Gonzaga

  Joaquina

• Graça de Castro

  Avó

• Xico Machado

  Padre João

• Agostinho Alves

  Padre Couto