Wild Portugal

Exploring diverse wildlife in Portugal's landscapes.

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About Wild Portugal

Released: 2020

Platform: Disney+

Rating: TV-14

Run time: 45m

Cast
Bart Thomasson

About Wild Portugal

"Wild Portugal", a nature documentary released in 2020, gives viewers a captivating view of the hidden wild side of Portugal. It draws the audience into a land of stunning natural beauty, filled with boulder-strewn shorelines, isolated mountaintops, and golden prairies. Predators like wolves stalk their prey, ancient mustangs, in the vast untouched lands, while tree-climbing carnivores influence the life in expansive forests. High above the crashing surf, a daring pair of storks attempts to raise a family on a narrow ledge, while life below thrives in its majestic diversity. The film is riveting, with survival of the fittest as its continuous theme, reserved for those creatures with the keenest senses and the quickest draw, hence tagged "EUROPE’S WILD WEST". This documentary offers an immersive experience that showcases the interaction of diverse wildlife species in their habitats, portraying the beauty and the brutality of the natural world in equal measure.


Making / Production

"Wild Portugal" is brought to life with stunning cinematography and the innovative use of cutting-edge technology allowing for immersive viewing. The production team spent months on location, enduring challenging environmental conditions to film the spectacular wildlife and majestic landscapes. A team of dedicated photographers, producers, and nature experts worked tirelessly to capture the untamed beauty and the harsh reality of life in the wild.


Actors

  • As a nature documentary, "Wild Portugal" does not feature actors in the traditional sense. Instead, animal species such as packs of wolves, herds of ancient mustangs, tree-climbing carnivores, and storks act as the "cast" of the film. They play their roles naturally and authentically, providing viewers with an unfiltered look at life in Portugal's wilderness.

Trivia / Interesting Facts about it

  • "Wild Portugal" features some species native to Portugal that are otherwise rarely seen in documentaries.
  • Many of the scenes had to be filmed from a distance to ensure that the crew did not interfere with natural animal behaviour.

Quotes

  • As a nature documentary, "Wild Portugal" offers profound silent insights over verbose dialogues, providing a raw and unfiltered commentary on life in the wild.

Music, Soundtrack

  • The music in "Wild Portugal" sets the perfect mood, enhancing the intensity of the carnivorous hunts, the joy of survival, and the tranquility of the serene landscapes. Its soundtrack complements the narration, subtly guiding the audience through the highs and lows of Portugal's untamed wilderness.