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Deep Dive: Ciudad a la Espalda (2023)

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Ciudad a la Espalda
Ciudad a la Espalda focuses on María and Isabel, two women in their fifties living in Quito, Ecuador, who engage in recycling efforts in a city lacking a formal recycling system. María leads a collective movement advocating for basic labor rights, while Isabel educates her daughters about environmental care, intertwining family life with activism. The film presents a portrait of these women's lives, emphasizing their roles in both the labor rights movement and environmental stewardship. Through their stories, the documentary shows the intersection of women's rights and environmental issues in a context where basic services are absent.

Why Watch

  • •Meet María, a leader in labor rights.
  • •Follow Isabel as she teaches environmental care.
  • •See the realities of recycling in Quito.

Did You Know

•María and Isabel are both in their fifties.
•Quito has no formal recycling system.
•The film has a duration of 76 minutes.

Perfect For

Women's rights activistsEnvironmental advocatesDocumentary enthusiasts