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202324 minPGdocumentary

10.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Ocupadas

202324 minPGdocumentary

10.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Three mothers from the Olga Benário Movement share their experiences fighting for women's rights in squatting across three Brazilian regions.

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Three mothers from the Olga Benário Movement share their experiences fighting for women's rights in squatting across three Brazilian regions.

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Mothers from the Olga Benário Movement speak out for women's rights in Brazil's squatting communities. In May 2023, the Soberana collective interviewed three women from different regions, capturing their stories and struggles. Each woman shares her experience living in occupied spaces, reflecting the challenges they face and their determination to advocate for change. The documentary runs for 24 minutes and focuses on these personal narratives.

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