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201763 minPGdocumentary

By the Yoke

201763 minPGdocumentary

Two families in Montevideo struggle to reclaim their lost working tools, their horses, while facing daily challenges in their lives as waste sorters.

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Two families in Montevideo struggle to reclaim their lost working tools, their horses, while facing daily challenges in their lives as waste sorters.

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Sofía Betartedirector

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Daniel and Matías, waste sorters in Montevideo, face a setback after losing their horses, essential for their work. With support from their union, they seek to reclaim a recently seized horse. Meanwhile, Marcelo and Alicia strive to acquire a vehicle to return a borrowed workhorse. Set against the backdrop of the city's outskirts, the film captures their daily lives and challenges, revealing their determination to improve their circumstances despite significant obstacles.

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