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.

A suspect in a massive armored car heist, who initially evades arrest, is ultimately caught when his hidden criminal intent blossoms and is discovered by vigilant police.
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.
A young girl named Copi and her pet dog Xico travel into the mountain when they hear that something's not right.
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