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201998 minPGdocumentary

7.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Artisan Movements Fan Culture

Baristas

201998 minPGdocumentary

7.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Four National Barista champions compete in Seoul, South Korea, for the title at the World Barista Championship.

Artisan Movements Fan Culture

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Four National Barista champions compete in Seoul, South Korea, for the title at the World Barista Championship.

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Rock Baijnauthdirector

Miki Suzuki

Miki Suzukicast

Kyle Ramagecast

Chloe J. Nattrasscast

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Four National Barista champions gather in Seoul, South Korea, for the World Barista Championship. They prepare intensively to compete for the title, each representing their country. The competitors demonstrate their coffee-making skills and techniques in front of a panel of judges. The film presents the challenges they face during the event and the dedication required to excel in the craft of coffee. It also reflects on the role of this championship in the coffee industry.

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