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Good Portuguese People (1980): Cast

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Good Portuguese People is a 1980 documentary directed by Rui Simões, starring José Mário Branco as Narrator (voice), Adelino Gomes and Otelo Saraiva de Carvalho. It runs 2 hours 15 minutes.

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Good Portuguese People (1980) movie poster
Released
Runtime
2h 15m (135 min)
Director
Rui Simões
Genre
Documentary
Original language
Portuguese
After the credits
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The story

What Is Good Portuguese People About?

The premise of Good Portuguese People without spoilers.

Through archival film and television footage of the April 25, 1974 Carnation Revolution in Portugal, interwoven with music and interviews with ordinary citizens, the director offers a vivid portrait of how a military coup turned into a socialist uprising before settling into a European‑style democratic system.

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Cast & crew

Good Portuguese People Cast & Characters

José Mário Branco leads the cast as Narrator (voice), with Adelino Gomes and Otelo Saraiva de Carvalho. Directed by Rui Simões; 10 actors are credited in all.

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More from Rui Simões

One more film directed by Rui Simões: Deus Pátria Autoridade.

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Good Portuguese People Also Known As

2 alternative titles: “The Good People of Portugal” and “Bom Povo Português”.

Also known as
  • The Good People of Portugal
  • Bom Povo Português

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Good Portuguese People FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Good Portuguese People, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Good Portuguese People?

Good Portuguese People runs 2 hours 15 minutes (135 minutes).

When was Good Portuguese People released?

Good Portuguese People was released on September 14, 1980.

Who directed Good Portuguese People?

Good Portuguese People was directed by Rui Simões.

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Who is in the cast of Good Portuguese People?

Good Portuguese People stars José Mário Branco as Narrator (voice), Adelino Gomes and Otelo Saraiva de Carvalho, among 10 credited actors.

Does Good Portuguese People have a post-credit scene?

No. Good Portuguese People has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Good Portuguese People in?

The original language of Good Portuguese People is Portuguese.

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