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20239 minGdoc-short

Little Birds

20239 minGdoc-short

Migrant boys and girls living in a shelter in Reynosa, on the US-Mexico border, express their dreams and stories through dances and games.

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Gabriela Badillo

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Migrant boys and girls living in a shelter in Reynosa, on the US-Mexico border, express their dreams and stories through dances and games.

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Gabriela Badillo

Gabriela Badillodirector

Samuel

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In a shelter in Reynosa, on the US-Mexico border, migrant children engage in dances and games. They share their dreams and stories of hope. These boys and girls come from countries like El Salvador, Honduras, and Guatemala. Their experiences reflect the challenges of migration and separation from family. The film runs for nine minutes and features the work of organizations like Doctors Without Borders. It captures the voices of those seeking a better future.

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