Sand Women
Agustín Domínguez / Spain / 70' / 2020.
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Synopsis
This documentary takes us to the harsh reality of a group of 300 women living in Tarrafal, on the Island of Santiago (Cape Verde). They have found a way to economically sustain their families by daily extracting sand, totally manually, from beaches close to their town.
Screenwriter Agustín Domínguez
Cameraman Pablo Ramírez, Borja Suárez, Agustín Domínguez
Editing Borja Ramírez
Producer Gran Angular
Production
Asociación Cultural Canaria Gran AngularContact
distribucion@digital104.comFestivals and awards
The film was screened at LECYT Festival, where it won the Special Jury Mention. It was also screened at One Country One Film Festival.