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2024551 minPGdocumentary

Disability Inclusion

Hobby

2024551 minPGdocumentary

Albino Carreira turned his Toronto home in Koreatown into a lively hub of creativity after a workplace injury in 1993.

Disability Inclusion

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Danny Alexander

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Albino Carreira turned his Toronto home in Koreatown into a lively hub of creativity after a workplace injury in 1993.

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Albino Carreira stands in front of his home in Toronto's Koreatown, a semi-detached house covered in an array of plastic bugs, seashells, and coins. Following a workplace injury in 1993, Carreira began decorating as a way to cope with his new life on disability. Over the years, he transformed his residence into a vibrant landmark, reflecting his creativity and determination. The film runs for 551 minutes and premiered in 2024.

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