Maria Papoila
Aug 15, 1937
Director
José Leitão de BarrosOverview
Maria Papoila, a shepherdess from Beira working in Lisbon, one day meets a rich young man, Eduardo, whom she assumes to be of her own social standing due to his uniform as a private soldier. Some time later, arrested as a suspect in a major robbery, Eduardo is abandoned by his selfish fiancée, Margarida, and it is the "soup girl" who, although despised in her dream and sacrificing her honor, appears in court as Eduardo's lover, and he is acquitted. Without asking for anything in return, Maria Papoila returns to her village.
Cast of Maria Papoila
Crew of Maria Papoila
About Maria Papoila
What is Maria Papoila about?
Maria Papoila, a shepherdess from Beira working in Lisbon, one day meets a rich young man, Eduardo, whom she assumes to be of her own social standing due to his uniform as a private soldier. Some time later, arrested as a suspect in a major robbery, Eduardo is abandoned by his selfish fiancée, Margarida, and it is the "soup girl" who, although despised in her dream and sacrificing her honor…
When was Maria Papoila released?
Maria Papoila was released on August 15, 1937.
Who directed Maria Papoila?
Maria Papoila was directed by José Leitão de Barros.
Who is in the cast of Maria Papoila?
The cast of Maria Papoila includes Mirita Casimiro (Maria Papoila), Eduardo Fernandes (Eduardo da Silveira), Alves da Costa (Carlos), Emília de Oliveira (Dona Efigénia) and Lino Ferreira (pai de Eduardo).