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‘Daughters’ Directors On Their Oscar-Contending Documentary About A Daddy-Daughter Dance Behind Bars: “It’s A Love Story”

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Story by Matthew CareyDecember 12, 2024 • 4:19 PM
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A poignant documentary that captures the emotive dance between incarcerated fathers and their daughters, revealing a powerful story of love, connection and redemption.
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  • Daughters directors Maggie Kretzmer and Natalie Rae draw on the real-life experiences of the Yo Soy Daddy dance program, which allows fathers behind bars to bond with their children through an annual dance event.
  • The film has garnered critical acclaim, with Hollywood heavyweights like Kerry Washington and Jessica Seinfeld championing its powerful message and emotional impact - a true Oscar contender that's got the industry buzzing.
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Maggie Kretzmer, Natalie Rae, Kerry Washington, Jessica Seinfeld, Netflix, Simpson Street, Sundance, IDFA (International Documentary Festival Amsterdam), Daughters
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