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201875 minPGdocumentary

Madness On Air

201875 minPGdocumentary

Radio Vilardevoz, based in a Montevideo mental hospital, features individuals sharing their mental health experiences and aspirations through creative projects.

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Alicia Cano Menoni,

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Radio Vilardevoz, based in a Montevideo mental hospital, features individuals sharing their mental health experiences and aspirations through creative projects.

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Alicia Cano Menoni

Alicia Cano Menonidirector

Leticia Cubadirector

Alicia Cano Menoni

Alicia Cano Menoniwriter

Leticia Cubawriter

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Radio Vilardevoz operates from a mental hospital in Montevideo. The station features various characters who share their experiences of mental health and life within the institution. Throughout the 75-minute film, these individuals engage in conversations and creative projects. Their stories illustrate the dynamics of their daily lives and the idea of building collective dreams. The documentary presents their voices as they connect over shared challenges and aspirations.

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