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201920 minGdocumentary

Cantos de Origem

201920 minGdocumentary

Three migrant singers blend their voices with music as they traverse the economic heart of Latin America, connecting their origins to a borderless future.

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Brenda Zacharias,

Marcella Ferrari

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Three migrant singers blend their voices with music as they traverse the economic heart of Latin America, connecting their origins to a borderless future.

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Brenda Zachariasdirector

Marcella Ferraridirector

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Brenda Zacharias directs "Cantos de Origem," a documentary featuring three migrant singers. They perform music rooted in their origins while traveling through key economic areas of Latin America. The film captures their experiences and the influence of their backgrounds. It presents their stories as they navigate life across borders, connecting their past with future aspirations. The documentary invites reflection on migration and identity in the region.

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