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2026 Sarasota Film Festival

Arubara

2026IndonesiaIndonesian

Screenings

  • Documentary Shorts

    Fri, Apr 17, 12:00 PM EDTNew College of Florida/Sainer Pavilion

About this film

In the tide-bound village of Arubara, Indonesia, a family’s deep connection to the sea is put to the test as ecological decline disrupts generations of tradition. Choosing restoration over immediate survival, the community halts fishing in a fragile gamble against time—revealing a poignant story of resilience, stewardship, and the uncertain balance between humanity and nature.

Directed by Manuel Alberto Maia

ShortDocumentary
Arubara
Arubara — production still

Production Still