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Party

6.5/10
TMDB14 votes
Original: 92 min

The battle of the sexes? The forces of despair and seduction? On S. Miguel in the Azores, Rogério, a young man with old money, and his enigmatic wife Leonor host a garden party at their villa. The intriguing guests are an older unmarried couple, the philosophical and observant Irene, and Michel, a roué. While Rogério and Irene talk, Michel and Leonor go down to the sea. The conversations upset Rogério and capture Leonor's imagination. Five years later, the four dine at the villa. Michel and Leonor again leave the other two. Intentions and undercurrents are subtle. One of the four proves strong, one weak, and two must choose. Wind and rain bring down the curtain on both acts.

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About Party

Party (1996) is a film in the drama, comedy genres. Directed by . The cast includes Michel Piccoli, Irene Papas, Leonor Silveira, Rogério Samora.

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Original language
Runtime
92 minutes
Status
Released
Production countries
France, Portugal
Production companies
Gemini Films, Madragoa Filmes
Writers
Jacques Parsi, Agustina Bessa-Luís, Manoel de Oliveira

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The battle of the sexes? The forces of despair and seduction? On S. Miguel in the Azores, Rogério, a young man with old money, and his enigmatic wife Leonor host a garden party at their villa. The intriguing guests are an older unmarried couple, the philosophical and observant Irene, and Michel, a roué. While Rogério and Irene talk, Michel and Leonor go down to the sea. The conversations upset Rogério and capture Leonor's imagination. Five years later, the four dine at the villa. Michel and Leonor again leave the other two. Intentions and undercurrents are subtle. One of the four proves strong, one weak, and two must choose. Wind and rain bring down the curtain on both acts.

Who stars in Party?

Michel Piccoli, Irene Papas, Leonor Silveira, Rogério Samora, Sofia Alves, Ricardo Trêpa. See the cast cards above for character names.

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