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The Song of the Earth

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IMDB ID: tt0029967

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In Porto Santo, a small island next to Madeira the drought rages and Gonçalves, a local farmer, tries to overcome the catastrophe, with the help of Bastiana, whom he dearly loves. João Venâncio, who refuses to share the water of his field, tries to steal her heart. One day Gonçalves decides to fight for his beloved, beating violently Venâncio in front of an enthusiastic crowd.

Portuguese

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Elsa Rumina

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Barreto Poeira

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Óscar de Lemos

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João Manuel

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Maria Emília Vilas

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António Moita

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José Celestino

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Mota da Costa

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Jorge Brum do Canto

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Jorge Brum do Canto

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