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201962 minPGdocumentary

With Eyes Open

201962 minPGdocumentary

A 20-year-old girl named Alba navigates her life while challenging societal norms and expectations.

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María Monreal Otano

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A 20-year-old girl named Alba navigates her life while challenging societal norms and expectations.

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María Monreal Otano

María Monreal Otanodirector

María Monreal Otano

María Monreal Otanowriter

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Alba, a 20-year-old girl, navigates life while challenging social norms. Conversations with her family reveal her struggles and thoughts on societal expectations. The film captures spontaneous dialogues between Alba and the director, providing insight into her daily experiences. Set against a backdrop of rules about right and wrong, Alba's story emphasizes individuality and the complexity of personal choices. This documentary, released in 2019, runs for 62 minutes.

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