The Circus

Saltimbancos

Tony, a trapeze artist, gets a job at a small circus. When a tempest takes away the tent, Tony stays for the love of the beautiful Belmira who could be a rider… if they hadn’t sold the horse. They play at open-air, sleep under the stars, scrimp and save every penny, and soon there’s a new tent to be bought on credit. But Belmira is not happy, she dreams of a real home, while Tony is fascinated by the circus. And the gloomy days are back.

Director

Manuel Guimarães

Screenplay

Leão Penedo

Screenplay

Manuel Guimarães

Status

Released

Release date

24/10/1951

Original language

Portuguese