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201672 minGdocumentary

The Professional

201672 minGdocumentary

Raúl Perrone typically does not allow anyone to document his filmmaking process, but Martín earns his trust and participates in the shooting.

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Raúl Perrone typically does not allow anyone to document his filmmaking process, but Martín earns his trust and participates in the shooting.

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Martín Farina

Martín Farinadirector

Raúl Perrone

Raúl Perronecast

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Raúl Perrone sits in his studio, a quiet space filled with the remnants of his film work. He typically does not allow anyone to document his creative process. Martín, however, gains Perrone's trust and participates in the filming. Through this collaboration, Perrone's filmmaking process reveals aspects of his life and career. The film lasts 72 minutes and was released in 2016.

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