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201923 minPGdocumentary

4.5/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

Swinguerra

201923 minPGdocumentary

4.5/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

Dancers rehearse in a school sports court, facing the pressures of competition and the presence of a rival troupe as they pursue their ambitions.

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Bárbara Wagner,

Benjamin de Burca,

André Antônio

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Dancers rehearse in a school sports court, facing the pressures of competition and the presence of a rival troupe as they pursue their ambitions.

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Bárbara Wagner

Bárbara Wagnerdirector

Benjamin de Burca

Benjamin de Burcadirector

André Antônio

André Antôniodirector

Bárbara Wagner

Bárbara Wagnerwriter

Benjamin de Burca

Benjamin de Burcawriter

Synopsis

In a school sports court, dancers rehearse under the guidance of their choreographer. Tension fills the air as personal ambitions collide with the demands of competition. A rival troupe intensifies the pressure, forcing each dancer to confront their fears of inadequacy. The 23-minute documentary, directed by Bárbara Wagner, captures the rigorous rehearsals and the emotional challenges faced by the dancers as they strive for excellence in their craft.

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