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202192 minPGdocumentary

7.5/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

Social Inequality Labor

Nation

202192 minPGdocumentary

7.5/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

After the closure of a ceramic factory in Vigo, Galicia, in 2001, female workers faced significant challenges as they fought for their rights and livelihoods.

Social Inequality Labor

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After the closure of a ceramic factory in Vigo, Galicia, in 2001, female workers faced significant challenges as they fought for their rights and livelihoods.

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Margarita Ledo

Margarita Ledodirector

Margarita Ledo

Margarita Ledowriter

Nieves Pérez Lusquiñoscast

Manuela Nóvoa Pérezcast

Ester García Lorenzocast

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In Vigo, Galicia, female workers from a ceramic factory confront the aftermath of its closure in 2001. The documentary "Nation" presents their personal stories and testimonies, detailing the challenges they face after losing their jobs. These women unite to fight for their rights and seek new opportunities. Their experiences reflect the broader effects of industrial decline on the community. Directed by Margarita Ledo, the film runs for 92 minutes and is presented in Galician.

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