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Songs (2011): Cast

Songs (2011) movie poster

Songs is a 2011 music documentary directed by Eduardo Coutinho, starring José Barbosa, Déa Franco and Gilmar Altamiro. It runs 1 hour 31 minutes.

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Songs (2011) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 31m (91 min)
Director
Eduardo Coutinho
Genres
Documentary , Music
Original language
Portuguese
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Songs About?

The premise of Songs without spoilers.

A simple yet emotionally compelling documentary that explores the songs people deem most meaningful. Structured as 18 intimate sessions, the director sits down with each participant to discuss the track they selected. The result weaves deeply personal narratives that reveal music’s powerful ties to memory, love, loss, self‑discovery, regret, death and the broader tapestry of life.

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Cast & crew

Songs Cast

José Barbosa leads the cast, with Déa Franco and Gilmar Altamiro. Directed by Eduardo Coutinho; 17 actors are credited in all.

From the director

More from Eduardo Coutinho

More films directed by Eduardo Coutinho: Fifty Years Later, A Day in the Life, Playing and O Pistoleiro de Serra Talhada.

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Details

Songs Also Known As

2 alternative titles: “Las Canciones” and “The Songs”.

Also known as
  • Las Canciones
  • The Songs

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FAQ

Songs FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Songs, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Songs?

Songs runs 1 hour 31 minutes (91 minutes).

When was Songs released?

Songs was released on December 9, 2011.

Who directed Songs?

Songs was directed by Eduardo Coutinho.

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Who is in the cast of Songs?

Songs stars José Barbosa, Déa Franco and Gilmar Altamiro, among 17 credited actors.

Does Songs have a post-credit scene?

No. Songs has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Songs in?

The original language of Songs is Portuguese.

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