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In a favela in Rio de Janeiro, Demétria waits for her daughter on the last day of Carnival. But a brutal police raid seals the fate of the two women. Set to Brazilian rhythms, this short musical addresses racism and other social conflicts.
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In a favela in Rio de Janeiro, Demétria waits for her daughter on the last day of Carnival. But a brutal police raid seals the fate of the two women. Set to Brazilian rhythms, this short musical addresses racism and other social conflicts.
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Genre:Music
Written By:Bia Krieger, João Pedro Prado, Bárbara Santos
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Runtime:30 minutes
Studio:Schuldenberg Films, Filmuniversität Babelsberg KONRAD WOLF
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