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201762 minPGdocumentary

Lima en la piel

201762 minPGdocumentary

Four unique individuals in Lima navigate their lives: Anita, the oldest prostitute, Gloria, the only fisherwoman, and Carmen and Juan, elderly mimes.

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Maria José Moreno

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Four unique individuals in Lima navigate their lives: Anita, the oldest prostitute, Gloria, the only fisherwoman, and Carmen and Juan, elderly mimes.

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Maria José Morenodirector

Maria José Morenowriter

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Anita, the oldest prostitute in Lima, continues her work for mere cents. Gloria, the only fisherwoman at the port, tirelessly supports her family through her labor. Carmen and Juan, a couple of mimes, remain active performers despite their advanced age. These four individuals represent the overlooked corners of Lima, a city that reflects their struggles, love, and the passage of time. Their stories reveal the enduring spirit of a community often ignored.

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