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Director(s):
ANDERSSON (SVEA)
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Producer(s):
ARTE GEIE, MEDIEN KONTOR Movie GMBH
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Territories:
Worldwide.
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Production year:
2014
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Language(s):
German, English, Spanish, French
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Rights:
TV, DVD, NON-THEATRICAL, INTERNET, VOD
The 400-head herd of cattle owned by Donna Alicia Chico will be on the move for about 20 days, through rivers and towns, across streets and mountains, on the way to summer pastures about 400 km (248 miles) away in northern Andalusia. The cattle and their drovers follow centuries-old tracks.
In Spain, the long treks from summer to winter meadows are part of tradition. Preparations for the big day are made carefully, Each motion is precise, and only a few words are needed to communicate. The Andalusian thoroughbreds shake their manes, their bridles are put on and the long trek begins. Dust is kicked up and cattle and riders resemble figures in a landscape painting.