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202495 minPGdocumentary

7.0/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

Lgbtq Rights Civil Liberties

Hidden City

202495 minPGdocumentary

7.0/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

A queer gang of carnival musicians clashes with police on the chaotic streets in this 95-minute punky gangster film.

Lgbtq Rights Civil Liberties

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Francisco Bouzas

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A queer gang of carnival musicians clashes with police on the chaotic streets in this 95-minute punky gangster film.

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A vibrant queer gang of carnival musicians fills the streets of an unnamed urban setting in the 2024 film 'Hidden City.' They frequently clash with police while performing and asserting their identity. The gang faces challenges as they confront authority and societal norms. Their performances reflect their camaraderie and spirit. Directed by Francisco Bouzas, this tragicomic DIY gangster film runs for 95 minutes and captures the chaotic energy of their lives and struggles.

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