La sombra de las palmeras
Through the memories of Mexico City residents, we write this farewell letter to the palm trees of the metropolis. Almost a hundred years after their arrival, more than 75% have died, foretelling the extinction of an entire species. The postcard of a tropical city has been replaced by that of a withered dream that compels us to delve into our memories and question our relationship with the environment.
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Through the memories of Mexico City residents, we write this farewell letter to the palm trees of the metropolis. Almost a hundred years after their arrival, more than 75% have died, foretelling the extinction of an entire species. The postcard of a tropical city has been replaced by that of a withered dream that compels us to delve into our memories and question our relationship with the environment.
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Genre:Documentary
Written By:Yesenia Novoa Rodriguez, Hugo Chávez Carvajal , Magali Rocha Donnadieu
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Runtime:16 minutes
Studio:PROCINE, Amate Films, Umbral Films
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