The Vow

The Vow — Plot

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.

• Release date
• June 16, 1973
• Runtime
• 102 min
• Genres
• Drama
• Director
• António de Macedo

The Vow — Cast

S

Sinde Filipe Labareda Guida Maria Maria do Mar João Mota José Luís Santos Salvador

J

J. Rodrigues de Carvalho Mário

F

Fernando Loureiro Cigano

L

Luís Barradas Cigano Fernanda Coimbra Cigana