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202319 minPGdoc-short

Murmuration

202319 minPGdoc-short

Kanope's oceanic voyage from Nigeria to Europe is narrated by young migrants and illustrated in a low-poly 3D world infused with magical realism.

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Patricia Bergeron

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Kanope's oceanic voyage from Nigeria to Europe is narrated by young migrants and illustrated in a low-poly 3D world infused with magical realism.

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Patricia Bergerondirector

Patricia Bergeronwriter

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Murmuration presents Kanope's oceanic voyage, from Nigeria to Europe, within a beautifully rendered low-poly 3D world, which is steeped in magical realism. Narrated by young migrants and inspired by real-life stories, this gentle yet poignant tale weaves through the ocean's depths, blending hope with survival.

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