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201490 minGdocumentary

Vanishing Borders

201490 minGdocumentary

Four immigrant women in New York City work to transform their communities through activism and cultural exchange.

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Alexandra Hidalgo

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Four immigrant women in New York City work to transform their communities through activism and cultural exchange.

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Alexandra Hidalgo

Alexandra Hidalgodirector

Alexandra Hidalgo

Alexandra Hidalgowriter

Teboho Mojacast

Melainie Rogerscast

Daphnie Sicrecast

Synopsis

Teboho Moja, Melainie Rogers, Daphnie Sicre, and Yatna Vakahria are four immigrant women living in New York City. They engage in activism and community work. Their experiences reflect the diverse cultural backgrounds that shape their lives. Each woman strives to create a better future in the United States. The documentary presents personal stories that challenge common media portrayals of immigrants as threats. The film runs for 90 minutes and was released in 2014.

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