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201293 minPG-13documentary

Gavdos. Southwards

201293 minPG-13documentary

At Europe’s southern-most point, an island in the Libyan Sea brings together locals and self-exiled romantics who share concerns for their future.

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Anthi Daoundaki

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At Europe’s southern-most point, an island in the Libyan Sea brings together locals and self-exiled romantics who share concerns for their future.

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Anthi Daoundakidirector

Anthi Daoundakiwriter

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Gavdos, an island in the Libyan Sea, is known as Europe’s southernmost point. It is a place of refuge and exile. Locals live a secluded life, balancing tradition with modernity. They share the island with self-exiled romantics who see it as their lost paradise. Together, these groups face common challenges and concerns about the island's future. Their coexistence reflects a commitment to solidarity amid economic pressures. The film runs for 93 minutes and was released in 2012.

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