Anxiety (1998): cast, story & where to watch
1998 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1998, Anxiety is a drama film directed by Manoel de Oliveira, running about 110 minutes.
What it’s about. An anthology film drama featuring a poetic mirror structure based on existential identity. In "The Immortals," adapted from a Helder Prista Monteiro play, two famous doctors, an 80-year-old father, and his 60-year-old son, contemplate senility and death. "Suzy," from an Antonio Patricio story, is set in the '30s when a young courtesan dies on the operating table. "Mother of the River" is from an Agustina Bessa-Luis fable about eternal life.
Who’s in it. Anxiety stars Luís Miguel Cintra as Son, José Pinto as Father, Isabel Ruth as Marta and Leonor Silveira as Suzy, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, Anxiety has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Anxiety page.
If you liked it. Fans of Anxiety tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Anxiety (1998)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Anxiety change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Anxiety worth watching?
- Anxiety holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Anxiety?
- Anxiety stars Luís Miguel Cintra, José Pinto, Isabel Ruth, Leonor Silveira and Diogo Dória.
- When was Anxiety released?
- Anxiety was released in 1998, with a runtime of about 110 minutes.