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What is Ácida?

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14 min

Directed by Silvestre

The 14-minute documentary spotlights Ácida, an independent art collective based in Porto, responsible for some of the most exciting raves and art expressions coming out of Portugal at the moment.

Ácida
Direction of photography and editing by Afonso Mota
Sound, editing and mixing by Tomé Palmeirim
Produced by Padre Himalaya

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