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Milk Orphans - A story about forgotten mothers and children

Short film produced by Brazilian Vegetarian Society in the abandoned buffaloes case in Brazil. A story about forgotten cows and calves from the dairy industry.

  • Larissa Maluf
    Director
  • Larissa Maluf
    Writer
  • Ricardo Laurino
    Writer
  • Project Title (Original Language):
    Órfãos do Leite - Uma história sobre mães e filhos invisíveis
  • Project Type:
    Documentary, Short
  • Genres:
    Documentary
  • Runtime:
    13 minutes
  • Completion Date:
    February 10, 2022
  • Production Budget:
    2,000 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    Brazil
  • Country of Filming:
    Brazil
  • Language:
    Portuguese
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    No
Director Biography - Larissa Maluf

Larissa Maluf is a brazilian vegan activist, with a degree in Social Communication and 10+ years experience in non-profit organizations.
Larissa has been part of the Brazilian Vegetarian Society since 2017 as head of communications and project manager.
She also has been a volunteer in animal sanctuaries for 5+ years.

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Director Statement

At the end of 2021 Larissa volunteered in the rescue and care of 1000+ buffaloes victims of animal abuse.

The case touched many people inside and outside Brazil and the short film was born with the purpose for the story not to be forgotten, bringing awareness about animal rights and change of habits.