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201775 minPGdocumentary

6.3/ 10(9 ratings)• TMDB

Light Years

201775 minPGdocumentary

6.3/ 10(9 ratings)• TMDB

Lucrecia Martel directs ZAMA in Salta, Argentina, as Manuel Abramovich captures the collaborative efforts of the cast and crew during production.

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Manuel Abramovich

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Lucrecia Martel directs ZAMA in Salta, Argentina, as Manuel Abramovich captures the collaborative efforts of the cast and crew during production.

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Manuel Abramovich

Manuel Abramovichdirector

Manuel Abramovich

Manuel Abramovichwriter

Lucrecia Martel

Lucrecia Martelcast

Daniel Giménez Cacho

Daniel Giménez Cachocast

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Lucrecia Martel directs her film 'ZAMA' in Salta, Argentina, while Manuel Abramovich documents the process. The 75-minute film incorporates Selva Almada's shooting journal, 'El mono en el remolino'. Abramovich captures the collaborative efforts of the cast and crew, revealing the joyful and detailed aspects of filmmaking. The documentary presents the artistic dedication involved in bringing 'ZAMA' to life, set against the vibrant culture of the region.

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