Photographs taken during the arrest of political prisoners reveal the oppressive tactics of Portugal's dictatorship, which lasted 48 years from 1926 to 1974.
“What can a portrait photograph reveal about a political system? What can a picture taken 35 years ago tell us about our contemporary society?”
Synopsis
Photographs taken during the arrest of political prisoners reveal the oppressive tactics of Portugal's dictatorship, which lasted 48 years from 1926 to 1974.
Synopsis
Images of political prisoners taken during the Portuguese dictatorship fill the screen. Director Susana de Sousa Dias uses these photographs to depict the regime's oppressive tactics from 1926 to 1974. The film presents personal stories of those arrested and imprisoned, revealing the harsh conditions they faced. It emphasizes the need to remember this dark chapter in Portugal's history. By connecting past events to contemporary society, the documentary urges reflection on the consequences of political repression.
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Why Watch
- See powerful images of political prisoners in Portugal.
- Find out how dictatorship affected personal lives.
- Meet the director Susana de Sousa Dias.
Did You Know
- The Portuguese dictatorship lasted for 48 years, from 1926 to 1974.
- Susana de Sousa Dias directed the documentary in 2010.
- The film features photographs taken during the arrest of political prisoners.
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Who directed the documentary '48'?
Susana de Sousa Dias directed the documentary '48'.
What years did the Portuguese dictatorship last?
The Portuguese dictatorship lasted from 1926 to 1974.
What is the duration of the documentary '48'?
The duration of the documentary '48' is 93 minutes.
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