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201875 minLdocumentary

8.7/ 10(3 ratings)• TMDB

Idioma Desconhecido

201875 minLdocumentary

8.7/ 10(3 ratings)• TMDB

Fifteen interviewees, including musicians Marcelo Yuka and Otto, discuss the unconscious and social vulnerabilities in contemporary society.

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José Marques de Carvalho Jr

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Fifteen interviewees, including musicians Marcelo Yuka and Otto, discuss the unconscious and social vulnerabilities in contemporary society.

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José Marques de Carvalho Jr

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Eduardo Marinho

Eduardo Marinhocast

Gregório Duvivier

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Musician Marcelo Yuka reflects on the relationship between language and identity in "Idioma Desconhecido." The 75-minute documentary features 15 interviewees, including actor Gregório Duvivier and artist Eduardo Marinho, who discuss the social vulnerabilities revealed through artistic expression. Psychologist Gilda Moura and psychoanalyst Pedro de Santi provide insights into the psychological aspects of communication and the unconscious mind. Together, these voices contribute to a deeper understanding of contemporary societal issues related to language.

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