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201786 minPGdocumentary

5.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Silenzi e parole

201786 minPGdocumentary

5.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

A large audience participates in Lent rituals led by the Capuchin Friars while individuals from the Queeresima Association Arc promote progressive change in Italy.

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A large audience participates in Lent rituals led by the Capuchin Friars while individuals from the Queeresima Association Arc promote progressive change in Italy.

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In a church during Lent, Capuchin Friars conduct traditional rituals that draw a large audience. Nearby, members of the Queeresima Association Arc engage in activism, advocating for progressive change in modern Italy. The documentary contrasts the deep devotion of those participating in Christian rites with the passionate efforts of individuals working to promote civil rights and community improvement. These two realities coexist, illustrating the diverse expressions of faith and activism in contemporary society.

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