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202328 minGdocumentary

2.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Out of Shape

202328 minGdocumentary

2.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

A centaur in his wheelchair, Matías Fernández engages in writing, rapping, acting, and socializing despite an incredibly rare congenital condition.

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Mariana Castiñeiras

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A centaur in his wheelchair, Matías Fernández engages in writing, rapping, acting, and socializing despite an incredibly rare congenital condition.

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Mariana Castiñeirasdirector

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Matías Fernández lives life fully despite a rare congenital condition. He writes, raps, acts, and socializes, showing that limitations do not define him. His wheelchair becomes a symbol of freedom and expression. At 28 minutes, "Out of Shape" captures Matías’s vibrant world, illustrating his determination and creativity through various forms of art and interaction with those around him.

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