Soco a Soco
Synopsis
In the 1970s, Orlando Jesus was more than just a boxer: he embodied the tough spirit of Lisbon with its neighbourhood gyms, intense nights and marginal figures that shaped a generation. An intimate and imperfect portrait, where the camera captures the gestures and voices that still resist, preserving a time in the process of disappearance, the presence of Orlando Jesus and the Lisbon that shaped him.
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23º Doclisboa | Heart Beat | Soco a Soco | Diogo Varela Silva
Type: Trailer • Published 2025-09-29
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Diogo Varela Silva
- Screenplay & Story
- Diogo Varela Silva
- Original Score
- Iúri Oliveira, André Júlio Turquesa
- Original Title
- Soco a Soco
- Country of Origin
- Portugal
- Spoken Languages
- Portuguese
- Runtime
- 1h 16m
- Production Studios
- Hot Chilli Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Diogo Varela Silva
Diogo Varela Silva
Iúri Oliveira, André Júlio Turquesa
Paulo Castilho
Paulo MilHomens
Diogo Varela Silva, Teresa Gonçalves
Department Leadership Roster
Diogo Varela Silva
Director
Paulo Castilho
Director of Photography
Paulo MilHomens
Editor
Diogo Varela Silva
Writer
Diogo Varela Silva
Producer
Iúri Oliveira
Original Music Composer
André Júlio Turquesa
Original Music Composer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Soco a Soco
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What is Soco a Soco about?
In the 1970s, Orlando Jesus was more than just a boxer: he embodied the tough spirit of Lisbon with its neighbourhood gyms, intense nights and marginal figures that shaped a generation. An intimate and imperfect portrait, where the camera captures the gestures and voices that still resist, preserving a time in the process of disappearance, the presence of Orlando Jesus and the Lisbon that shaped him.
Who directed Soco a Soco?
Soco a Soco was directed by Diogo Varela Silva.
Who stars in Soco a Soco?
The principal cast of Soco a Soco includes Orlando Jesus, Orlando Jesus Jr., Nuno Valle, Vítor Pires, Ivo Rato.
When was Soco a Soco released and how long is it?
Soco a Soco was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 1h 16m.
Who composed the musical score for Soco a Soco?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Soco a Soco was composed by Iúri Oliveira, André Júlio Turquesa.