Benito Cereno_
When Captain Amaso Delano approaches a three-masted ship in distress to offer his assistance, he discovers a most unusual situation: its captain, Don Benito Cereno, seems to command a very scant crew, moreover composed only of Africans. Cereno is in very bad condition and apparently survives only thanks to the affectionate care of his faithful body-servant slave Atimbo. When Delano leaves the dilapidated ship to seek relief, Cereno jumps in the boat and explains to the Americans that he has been the victim of a revolt of the slaves. The ship is now in their hands.
Starring
Ruy Guerra, Georges Selmark, Tamour Diop
Updated Feb 16, 2026
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Year context
Benito Cereno was released 55 years ago in 1971.
Overview
When Captain Amaso Delano approaches a three-masted ship in distress to offer his assistance, he discovers a most unusual situation: its captain, Don Benito ...
Benito Cereno: 1969 film by Serge Roullet.
CAST (7)
Ruy Guerra
GS
Georges Selmark
TD
Tamour Diop
Gino Turini
PN
Philippe Nourry
Jacques Mercier
SR
Serge Roullet
DETAILS
Release
Status
Released
Runtime
80 min (1h 20m)
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What is Benito Cereno about?
When Captain Amaso Delano approaches a three-masted ship in distress to offer his assistance, he discovers a most unusual situation: its captain, Don Benito Cereno, seems to command a very scant crew, moreover composed only of Africans. Cereno is in very bad condition and apparently survives only thanks to the affectionate care of his faithful body-servant slave Atimbo. When Delano leaves the dilapidated ship to seek relief, Cereno jumps in the boat and explains to the Americans that he has been the victim of a revolt of the slaves. The ship is now in their hands.
How long is Benito Cereno?
Benito Cereno has a runtime of 80 minutes (1h 20m).
Who stars in Benito Cereno?
The cast of Benito Cereno includes Ruy Guerra, Georges Selmark, Tamour Diop, Gino Turini, Philippe Nourry.