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201630 minPGdocumentary

En trance

201630 minPGdocumentary

Anonymous voices describe places they long to visit while night scenes of Havana reveal a city illuminated by street lamps.

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Anonymous voices describe places they long to visit while night scenes of Havana reveal a city illuminated by street lamps.

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Andrea Novoadirector

Andrea Novoawriter

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Andrea Novoa walks through the quiet streets of Havana at night. Anonymous voices express their desires to visit and remember various places. They share thoughts on the moments of transition they experience. The film captures Novoa's reflections as she moves through the city, contemplating the mental space that arises while crossing its corners and streets. The 30-minute documentary presents a blend of personal impressions and the stillness of the Cuban capital.

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