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29 minPGdocumentary
7.7/ 10(3 ratings)• TMDB
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Synopsis

Eight-year-old Aminodin lives at the Papandayan dump, where he smiles despite the harsh conditions, believing that happy people live longer.

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Why Watch

  • Meet Aminodin, the boy who smiles at the dump.
  • Follow Aliman's story of loss in Marawi.
  • See the contrast of hope and despair in childhood.

Did You Know

  • Aminodin is 8 years old and lives at the Papandayan dump.
  • Aliman faces trauma from bombings in Marawi.
  • The film has a duration of 29 minutes.
  • It was directed by Javier Fesser and released in 2019.

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Childhood traumaWar impact on youthLife in poverty
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What is the name of the 2019 documentary directed by Javier Fesser?

'The Invisible Monster' is the name of the documentary directed by Javier Fesser.

How long is the documentary 'The Invisible Monster'?

'The Invisible Monster' has a duration of 29 minutes.

In which country was 'The Invisible Monster' produced?

'The Invisible Monster' was produced in Spain.

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