The reflection and the shadow

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The reflection and the shadow

"How far would you go to escape yourself?"

2024

0h 8m

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Guadalupe, a 25-year-old young artist, delves into a disturbing day as the figure of her own shadow stalks her, leading her internal struggle to a final confrontation that leaves indelible marks.

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Guadalupe Espina Mikey

Guadalupe

Carolina Minetti

The shadow

Carola Espinillo

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Directed by: Raúl Esteban Ordóñez
Written by: Raúl Esteban Ordóñez
Produced by: Marco Petroselli

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