Construction sites in the ever-changing landscape of Fortaleza form the backdrop for a personal letter in which the narrator reminisces over his nephew, his own childhood and the stories his grandmother told him. The alienating landscape contrasts with his warm recollections. A tale about memory, place and belonging.
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Vando vulgo vedita
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História de uma pena
A teacher struggles with the attitude of his students. Slowly, the dynamic in the class moves in unsuspected directions.
Film details
- Country of production
- Brazil
- Year
- 2012
- Festival edition
- IFFR 2020
- Length
- 18"
- Medium/Format
- DCP
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