VISIONS_OF_NY(2019)
How does New York mean to what?
Experimental short film exploring New York City's multicultural history through the eyes of three chosen individuals.
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Experimental short film exploring New York City's multicultural history through the eyes of three chosen individuals.
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2019-03-12
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How does New York mean to what?
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