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202386 minPG-13documentary

At the Border

202386 minPG-13documentary

Two human smugglers, Español and Barrabas, navigate the dangerous border between Colombia and Venezuela in a struggle for survival.

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Two human smugglers, Español and Barrabas, navigate the dangerous border between Colombia and Venezuela in a struggle for survival.

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Braulio Jatardirector

Anaïs Micheldirector

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Español and Barrabas work as coyotes on the border between Colombia and Venezuela. They transport people across the dangerous terrain, facing numerous challenges. The film follows their daily lives as they navigate the risks of human smuggling. It captures their struggle for survival amid a backdrop of poverty and violence. The 86-minute documentary presents a stark view of the harsh conditions that define their work and the lives of those they help.

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