Álvaro Cunhal

Álvaro Cunhal

writer

Álvaro Cunhal was born on Nov 10, 1913 in Portugal. Álvaro Cunhal's big-screen debut came with Cinco Dias, Cinco Noites directed by José Fonseca e Costa in 1996.

Former leader of the Portuguese Communist Party. A novelist who wrote some of his books while in prison, during the fascist dictatorship, under the name "Manuel Tiago". He also painted many pictures while in prison.

  • Birthday

    Nov 10, 1913
  • Place of Birth

    Coimbra, Portugal

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