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202586 minPGdocumentary

Os Barcos

202586 minPGdocumentary

A viral hotspot in a Brazilian favela attracts young people who bring influencers and tourists to Mônica’s open-air restaurant overlooking Salvador Bay.

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A viral hotspot in a Brazilian favela attracts young people who bring influencers and tourists to Mônica’s open-air restaurant overlooking Salvador Bay.

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Vincent Boujondirector

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Mônica runs an open-air restaurant in a Brazilian favela overlooking Salvador Bay. The eatery has become a popular spot for young people in the community. Locals invite influencers and tourists to its terrace, aiming to attract attention and share in the restaurant's viral success. Set against the vibrant backdrop of the favela, the film captures the dynamics of this unique social scene.

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