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202576 minGdocumentary

Public Bodies

202576 minGdocumentary

Four contemporary dance choreographers intervene in a 76-minute essay on prostitution, combining movement with four interviews.

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Valeria Sartori

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Four contemporary dance choreographers intervene in a 76-minute essay on prostitution, combining movement with four interviews.

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Valeria Sartoridirector

Valeria Sartoriwriter

Amelia Tiganuscast

Alma Fernándezcast

Daniela Ruizcast

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Four contemporary dance choreographers respond to the topic of prostitution through movement. They collaborate with four interview subjects to create a layered discussion. Each segment reveals perspectives on the subject. The documentary runs for 76 minutes and was released in 2025. It combines interviews with artistic interpretations, presenting a unique dialogue on the formal dimensions of a complex issue.

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