A Place in Nowhere
2017 Β· 6m Β· Animation Β· Documentary
"Until one day... when the first shot was fired, everyone had to leave their homes." β In 1975, Ema was awaiting the arrival of her first child, in Angola. However, her tranquility was abruptly interrupted by a force that pulled her from her comfort and changed her life forever.
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