Ad Libitum (Mexico) by Antonio Guajardo Lara
Documentary Short Films / Cannes International Film Week
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35m
The lead dancer Ernesto Mejica suffered a knee injury during a rehearsal. He has been dancing ballet his whole life. Now he needs surgery and he has no guarantee of dancing again on a professional level. What happens when you are no longer able to pursuit your passion? Who are you if not a dancer? What it's left?
Running time: 00:34:02
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