Director / Writer Dana Ziyasheva Talks About 'Defenders of Life'
Director Dana Ziyasheva made her directorial debut, 'Defenders of Life' which focuses on the Ngäbe community, and the hardships Ngäbe girls faced in Costa Rica.

The Bianchino family rules the streets of Brooklyn. This powerful mafia family takes care of its own. Money, power, and beautiful women are the rewards lavished on their loyal soldiers. The only thing that the family requires in return is adherence to a simple code: Respect, obedience and silence.
Director Dana Ziyasheva made her directorial debut, 'Defenders of Life' which focuses on the Ngäbe community, and the hardships Ngäbe girls faced in Costa Rica.
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