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201970 minGdocumentary

Transcending Waves

201970 minGdocumentary

The Gauchos del Mar brothers travel to the Falkland Islands to promote unity through surfing and their connection to the ocean.

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Joaquín Azulay,

Fernando Salem,

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The Gauchos del Mar brothers travel to the Falkland Islands to promote unity through surfing and their connection to the ocean.

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Joaquín Azulay

Joaquín Azulaydirector

Fernando Salem

Fernando Salemdirector

Julian Azulay

Julian Azulaydirector

Fernando Salem

Fernando Salemwriter

Julian Azulay

Julian Azulaywriter

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The Gauchos del Mar brothers explore the Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas), aiming to unite and construct bridges through surfing and the ocean.

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