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202519 minPGdoc-short

The Bubble

202519 minPGdoc-short

Nineteen minutes capture the voices of amateur athletes from the National LGBTQIA+ Soccer League in São Paulo, revealing Brazil's LGBTQIA+ sports scene.

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Nineteen minutes capture the voices of amateur athletes from the National LGBTQIA+ Soccer League in São Paulo, revealing Brazil's LGBTQIA+ sports scene.

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Caio Baúdirector

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Amateur athletes gather on the fields of São Paulo for the National LGBTQIA+ Soccer League. They share personal stories and memories of their experiences in the league. Through their voices, the film presents a unique view of Brazil's LGBTQIA+ sports community. The documentary runs for 19 minutes and captures the spirit and challenges faced by these players in a vibrant and often overlooked segment of Brazilian sports culture.

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