For You, Portugal, I Swear (2024)
During the Portuguese Colonial War (1961-1974), thousands of Africans fought alongside the Portuguese Armed Forces and risked their lives for a homeland they believed was their own. After the Carnation Revolution, however, they were left behind. Persecuted and killed, the Portuguese Guinean commandos suffered the worst of Portugal’s abandonment. Nearly 50 years later, they tell their story for the first time and accuse the Portuguese state of betrayal.
Director: Sofia da Palma Rodrigues, Diogo Cardoso
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 98 min
Release Date: October 8, 2024
Country: Portugal
Language: Português
Original Language: pt
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is For You, Portugal, I Swear about?
- During the Portuguese Colonial War (1961-1974), thousands of Africans fought alongside the Portuguese Armed Forces and risked their lives for a homeland they believed was their own. After the Carnation Revolution, however, they were left behind. Persecuted and killed, the Portuguese Guinean commandos suffered the worst of Portugal’s abandonment. Nearly 50 years later, they tell their story for the first time and accuse the Portuguese state of betrayal.
- Who directed For You, Portugal, I Swear?
- For You, Portugal, I Swear was directed by Sofia da Palma Rodrigues, Diogo Cardoso.
- How long is For You, Portugal, I Swear?
- For You, Portugal, I Swear has a runtime of 1h 38m (98 minutes).
- What genre is For You, Portugal, I Swear?
- For You, Portugal, I Swear is a Documentary film.
- Where was For You, Portugal, I Swear produced?
- For You, Portugal, I Swear was produced in Portugal.