The Other Side of the Atlantic (2015)
Overview
The Other Side of the Atlantic is a documentary that builts a bridge in the ocean that separates Brazil and Africa. The film tackles the cultural exchanges, the imaginary created through the mirroring, the prejudice and dreams built in both sides of the atlantic through the life stories of the students of african countries in transit through Brazil.
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Additional Info
| Budget | $0.00 |
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| Revenue | $0.00 |
| Original Language | pt |
| Popularity | 0.13 |
Directed By
Daniele Ellery
Márcio Câmara
TOP CAST
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