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Takes Four Years to Grow Coffee

Takes Four Years to Grow Coffee

Genres

Documentary

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A beautifully shot exploration of how Puerto Rican coffee farmers struggle to pass on their family traditions in the aftermath of Hurricane Maria.

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Budget

$7000

Revenue

$--

Status

Released

Original Language

Spanish

Runtime

10 mins

Rating

0/10

Release Date

10 April 2021

Country

United States of America

Cast

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