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202576 minPG-13documentary

Colossal

202576 minPG-13documentary

Tavares-Abel examines her family's political history in the Dominican Republic, exploring themes of election fraud, dictatorship, and contemporary activism.

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Nayibe Tavares-Abel

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Tavares-Abel examines her family's political history in the Dominican Republic, exploring themes of election fraud, dictatorship, and contemporary activism.

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Nayibe Tavares-Abeldirector

Nayibe Tavares-Abelwriter

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Poi Tavares-Abelcast

José Faisal Tavares-Abelcast

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Tavares-Abel investigates her family's political history in the Dominican Republic. She uses genealogy and archival material to examine election fraud and dictatorship. The film engages with themes of accountability and activism. Through her findings, Tavares-Abel raises critical questions about the political climate in her country. The 76-minute documentary features personal stories and historical context, linking her family's legacy to contemporary issues.

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