The Portuguese Falcon
Capitão Falcão
“The first portuguese super-hero!”
Synopsis
A satire on anti-communist paranoia in the days of fascist dictatorship in Portugal. The series follows the adventures of the "Lusitanian superhero", the ultra-patriotic Captain Falcão, a man who follows the direct orders of António de Oliveira Salazar in the fight against the "red menace".
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
Capitão Falcão - Portuguese Fascist Superhero Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2011-09-05
Top Cast
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Gonçalo Waddington
Capitão Falcão
David Chan Cordeiro
Puto Perdiz
Matamba Joaquim
Capitão Preto
José Pinto
Salazar
Miguel Guilherme
General Gaivota
Rui Mendes
Professor Peninha
Carla Maciel
Mulher do Capitão Falcão
Pêpê Rapazote
Jornalista TV
Miguel Frazão
Capitão Amarelo
Nuno Lopes
Comuninja
Bruno Nogueira
Flamingo
António Durães
D. Afonso Henriques
Miguel Borges
Apresentador Submundo do Crime
Manuel João Vieira
Prisioneiro Revoltado
Ricardo Carriço
Major Alberto
André Pardal
Barman
Luís Vicente
Lenine, o Transformista Comunista
Tiago Rodrigues
Agente Rosa
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- João Leitão
- Screenplay & Story
- João Leitão, Nuria Leon Bernardo
- Original Score
- Pedro Marques
- Original Title
- Capitão Falcão
- Country of Origin
- Portugal
- Spoken Languages
- Portuguese
- Runtime
- 1h 46m
- Production Studios
- Individeos
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
João Leitão
João Leitão, Nuria Leon Bernardo
Pedro Marques
Mário Melo Costa
Mário Melo Costa
Manuel Barbosa, João Leitão
Department Leadership Roster
João Leitão
Director
Manuel Barbosa
Producer
João Leitão
Screenplay
João Leitão
Producer
Nuria Leon Bernardo
Screenplay
Mário Melo Costa
Director of Photography
Mário Melo Costa
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Portuguese Falcon
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Portuguese Falcon about?
A satire on anti-communist paranoia in the days of fascist dictatorship in Portugal. The series follows the adventures of the "Lusitanian superhero", the ultra-patriotic Captain Falcão, a man who follows the direct orders of António de Oliveira Salazar in the fight against the "red menace".
Who directed The Portuguese Falcon?
The Portuguese Falcon was directed by João Leitão.
Who stars in The Portuguese Falcon?
The principal cast of The Portuguese Falcon includes Gonçalo Waddington, David Chan Cordeiro, Matamba Joaquim, José Pinto, Miguel Guilherme.
When was The Portuguese Falcon released and how long is it?
The Portuguese Falcon was released in 2015 with a total runtime of 1h 46m.
Who composed the musical score for The Portuguese Falcon?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Portuguese Falcon was composed by Pedro Marques.