Sound
José Afonso
Born 1929-08-02
Aveiro, Portugal
Department: Sound
Biography
Zeca Afonso is among the most influential folk and political musicians in Portuguese history. He became an icon in Portugal due to the role of his music in the resistance against the dictatorial regime of Oliveira Salazar. He is still widely listened to, not only in Portugal, but also abroad.
Known For
Prominent works featuring José Afonso
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Torre Bela
1977
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A Shot in the Dark
2005
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No One Twice
1985
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The Guns and the People
1977
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The Portuguese
2025
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O Meu Nome É...
1978
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Habitat-Un Défi
1976
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Ermera Roses
2017
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… Pela Razão Que Têm!
1976
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Bárbara
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Bárbara
1980
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Filmography & Credits
Complete career catalog (12 titles)
| Poster | Title | Character / Role | Type | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 | The Portuguese | Music | Movie | 2025 |
 | Ermera Roses | Music | Movie | 2017 |
| Os Cravos e a Rocha | Music | Movie | 2015 | |
 | A Shot in the Dark | Music | Movie | 2005 |
 | No One Twice | Fisherman | Movie | 1985 |
| Bárbara | Music | Movie | 1980 | |
 | O Meu Nome É... | Self (uncredited) | Movie | 1978 |
 | The Guns and the People | Music | Movie | 1977 |
 | Torre Bela | Self - Singer | Movie | 1977 |
| Boavista - Ein Dorf erwacht | Original Music Composer | Movie | 1976 | |
 | Habitat-Un Défi | Music | Movie | 1976 |
 | … Pela Razão Que Têm! | Music | Movie | 1976 |