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76 minPGdocumentary
10.0/ 10(3 ratings)• TMDB

Synopsis

Fifteen years after her arrival, a Brazilian exchange student returns to Mesa, Arizona, two months before the 2016 presidential election.

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Why Watch

  • Meet Fernanda, a Brazilian exchange student in Arizona.
  • See cultural contrasts in a conservative American city.
  • Find out how politics shaped Fernanda's identity.

Did You Know

  • Fernanda was 15 years old when she first arrived in Mesa in 2001.
  • The film was released in 2019, fifteen years after Fernanda's initial stay.
  • Fernanda returned to Mesa two months before the 2016 presidential election.

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Cultural exchangePolitical landscapesTeen identity
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Frequently Asked Questions

What year did Fernanda arrive in Mesa, Arizona?

Fernanda arrived in Mesa, Arizona in 2001.

How long did Fernanda stay in Mesa before returning?

Fernanda stayed in Mesa for one year before returning fifteen years later in 2016.

What significant event was approaching during Fernanda's return to Mesa?

Fernanda returned to Mesa two months before the 2016 presidential election.

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