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202210 minPG-13doc-short

Human Trafficking

Absent Reflections

202210 minPG-13doc-short

Three women share their experiences related to baby trafficking in Argentina, forming a support network for others facing similar loss.

Human Trafficking

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Three women share their experiences related to baby trafficking in Argentina, forming a support network for others facing similar loss.

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Nahuel Durándirector

Sofía Crespiwriter

Tadeo Tembrawriter

Victorina Polimenicast

Mónica Sznaidmancast

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In Argentina, three women share their experiences with baby trafficking. Each story connects them through a shared loss that has shaped their identities. They confront feelings of loneliness and uncertainty while forming a support network for others affected by similar circumstances. Directed by Nahuel Durán, "Absent Reflections" runs for 10 minutes and addresses the ongoing issue of human trafficking in the country.

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