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Amazonas

Amazonas

Six visions of the rainforest

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Composed by six films about the Amazon rain forest and its inhabitants, the high stakes, and the challenges they face. Each film presents a different perspective on a specific aspect of Amazonian culture.

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Budget

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Revenue

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Status

Released

Original Language

Spanish

Runtime

94 mins

Rating

7/10

Release Date

02 March 2016

Country

Colombia

Cast

Harold Devasten

Harold Devasten

Spanish Soldier

Alberto Valdiri

Alberto Valdiri

Clown

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