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201659 minPGdocumentary

Bath People

201659 minPGdocumentary

One public bath in Turin offers a place for everyone to take a shower, reflecting the stories and conflicts of the community.

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Francesca Scalisi,

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One public bath in Turin offers a place for everyone to take a shower, reflecting the stories and conflicts of the community.

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Francesca Scalisi

Francesca Scalisidirector

Stefania Bonadirector

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The last public bath in Turin provides a space where individuals can take showers. Inside this facility, personal stories and conflicts emerge among the patrons. The bath acts as a social hub, reflecting the dynamics of the community. It captures everyday interactions and exchanges in a city faced with modern challenges. The film runs for 59 minutes and was released in 2016. It focuses on life in a shared space essential for some and largely forgotten by others.

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