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Carlos Saldanha Boards Oscar Hopeful Animated Short 'La Perra' as EP

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Oscar-contending Colombian animated short 'La Perra' lands Carlos Saldanha as executive producer, adding industry pedigree ahead of awards season push.
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  • Saldanha, the acclaimed Brazilian director behind 'Rio' and 'Ice Age', is lending his star power to 'La Perra', an intimate drama inspired by director Carla Melo Gampert's own life experiences.
  • The short film follows a young woman who leaves her domineering mother in Bogota, Colombia, in a poignant story that's expected to resonate with audiences and awards voters alike.
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Carlos Saldanha, Carla Melo Gampert, Oscar, La Perra
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