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Angels of the Dumps
A tragicomedy on displaced people in the post-Communist era. Its protagonist are mostly oldtimers from the circus world and the variety stage. When the circus burns down and the "last performance" ends in tragedy, the fault for the loss is laid upon corrupt officials and smalltime gangsters. Veteran screen star Meri Boshkova - who played the title role in the first Macedonian feature film made, Frosina (1952) - can be seen in the role of Mimi, a woman at the dumpyard who lives with her dreams.
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Plot Summary
This short documentary offers a glimpse into the lives of children living and working in the infamous Voinjama dumpsite in Liberia. It focuses on their resilience and daily struggles for survival amidst challenging conditions.
Critical Reception
As a lesser-known documentary short, "Angels of the Dumps" did not receive widespread critical reviews or extensive public discussion. Its impact is primarily within niche documentary circles focusing on social issues and humanitarian concerns.
What Reviewers Say
Highlights the harsh realities faced by children in impoverished areas.
Documents the strength and adaptability of individuals in extreme circumstances.
Serves as a powerful, albeit brief, social commentary on global inequality.
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Fun Fact
The film was produced by the organization "Children of the World" and aimed to raise awareness about the plight of child laborers in developing nations.
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