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My Sahrawi family

My Sahrawi family

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My Sahrawi family

2014

0h 46m

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My Sahrawi family' is a report - documentary that reflects the bonds of unity between Sahrawi families and Spanish families who every summer welcome minors from refugee camps into their homes.

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