Obscure Light
Children of a murdered communist activist share their experiences in Portugal, reflecting on the lasting impact of the Salazar dictatorship and state violence.
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Children of a murdered communist activist share their experiences in Portugal, reflecting on the lasting impact of the Salazar dictatorship and state violence.
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Children of a murdered communist activist recount their experiences in Portugal, where the legacy of the Salazar dictatorship still lingers. The documentary features identity photos taken by the Portuguese political police, which serve as a backdrop to their stories. These testimonies reveal the emotional scars left by state violence and the challenges of remembering a painful past. Directed by Susana de Sousa Dias, "Obscure Light" runs for 76 minutes and addresses themes of political oppression and family identity.
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