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202153 minPGdocumentary

10.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Food Waste Sustainability

Descarte

202153 minPGdocumentary

10.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

In Brazil, artists, designers, and activists present innovative strategies for waste management, advocating for a sustainable lifestyle through education and technology.

Food Waste Sustainability

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In Brazil, artists, designers, and activists present innovative strategies for waste management, advocating for a sustainable lifestyle through education and technology.

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Leonardo Brantdirector

Ailton Krenak

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In Brazil, artists, designers, artisans, and activists confront the challenges of waste management. Directed by Leonardo Brant, Descarte presents their innovative approaches to reusing materials and reducing garbage. The film argues that modern technology can enable a lifestyle free from waste. Through various educational initiatives, it encourages a cultural shift towards sustainability and prompts a reevaluation of consumption habits. The documentary runs for 53 minutes and is presented in Portuguese.

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