A recently released film delves into the emergence of rave culture in Portugal during the early 1990s and its subsequent development. Directed by Daniel Mota, the documentary, entitled “Underground house music from a paradise called Portugal”, showcases interviews with DJs, producers, dancers, and promoters who were pivotal figures in that era. The film also includes never-before-seen archival footage that highlights the story and influence of the Portuguese rave scene.
Notable individuals featured in the documentary include Rui da Silva, renowned for the progressive house classic ‘Touch Me’, and American house DJ Danny Tenaglia, who performed at significant events during that period. The film was created by Lisbon’s Paraíso crew and was recently premiered at the IndieLisboa international film festival. The project aimed to move away from the conventional interview-to-camera format by pairing individuals with existing musical connections and capturing their conversations on film.
Paraíso expressed that the participants were carefully selected based on their authenticity and impact on the movement, ranging from local pioneers of the Portuguese clubbing scene to international figures who contributed to its expansion. A total of 38 individuals were involved in shaping the narrative of that transformative era. Following its initial premiere, a second screening in Lisbon is scheduled for May 9 at Cinema São Jorge, with a subsequent screening set to take place at Porto’s Cinema Passos Manuel on May 17
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