Braga’s role in the rise and fall of Portugal’s dictatorial regime
This documentary delves into the little-known story of the Democrats of Braga — key figures who, in a deeply conservative province, bravely confronted the authoritarian Estado Novo regime.
Through first-hand testimonies, archive footage and historical analysis, the film reveals Braga’s symbolic and political role, both in the rise of Salazarism and in the fight for freedom.
An essential contribution to collective memory, released amid the commemorations of the 50th anniversary of the April Revolution.
Genre:
Documentary
Duration:
50 min
Format:
4K UHD/COLOUR/STEREO
Director:
Martin Dale
Production Year:
2025
Original Language:
PT | ENG (SUBS)
Credits
Production Company:
Sombra Chinesa
Director:
Martin Dale
Cinematography:
Martin Dale, Diogo Costa
Editing:
Martin Dale
Assistant Editor & Colourist:
Diogo Costa
Sound Design:
Miguel Fernandes
Video Archive:
RTP Arquivo/Cinemateca Portuguesa
Photo Archive:
Arquivo Distrital de Braga, Arquivo Municipal Alberto Sampaio, Arquivo Distrital espólio Vitor Sá, Arquivo Nogueira da Silva, Museu da Presidência, Biblioteca de Arte da Fundação Calouste Gulbenkian, Biblioteca Municipal Camilo Castelo Branco, Biblioteca Digital do Cávado, Liceu Sá de Miranda, Arquivo da Universidade de Coimbra, Arquivo da Associação de Estudantes da Universidade de Coimbra, Hemoroteca Digital e do Arquivo da Ephemera
Broadcasters:
RTP
Support:
Braga City Council