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202015 minGdoc-short

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Veio

202015 minGdoc-short

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A 15-minute film follows director André Lion as he travels to Sergipe, Brazil, to document the life of self-taught artist Veio.

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A 15-minute film follows director André Lion as he travels to Sergipe, Brazil, to document the life of self-taught artist Veio.

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André Lion traveled to Sergipe, a state in northeastern Brazil, to meet self-taught artist Veio. Despite only having spoken by telephone, Lion sought to capture Veio's unique perspective on art and nature. The film portrays Veio's life, influenced by his formative years spent with adults and his fascination with history. His nickname, meaning "old" in Portuguese, reflects his deep connection to the past. The documentary runs for 15 minutes.

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