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Sappho (2025)
Inspired by fragments of poems by Sappho (Island of Lesbos, 600 BC), the first female author known to the Western World. The narrative alludes to Sappho’s poetic expressions and the multiple readings of her figure throughout history.
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Inspired by fragments of poems by Sappho (Island of Lesbos, 600 BC), the first female author known to the Western World. The narrative alludes to Sappho’s poetic expressions and the multiple readings of her figure throughout history.
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Genre:Animation, History
Written By:Rosana Urbes
In Theaters:10/17/2025
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Runtime:13 minutes
Studio:Planta Filmes
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