As Melusinas à Margem do Rio won Best Documentary at Porto Femme

As Melusinas à Margem do Rio was distinguished at the Porto Femme - International Film Festival with the award for Best Documentary in the National Competition.

Thank you to the jury for the distinction and to the festival for selecting the film. 

Femme Porto 2024
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