Laura Martin

A Brazilian girl that used to live in China, who is now studying American Studies in Leipzig and interning for LeipGlo. Has an interest in everything and anything, especially unconventional life stories. Here she will share her view of the world, encounters, and opinions

Just how Bauhaus is your house?

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Today you probably came into contact with at least one piece of Bauhaus. A brief history, examples and images from the legendary movement, whose 100th anniversary is being celebrated here in Leipzig with a GRASSI Museum exhibit.

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O jeitinho brasileiro não funciona fora do Brasil

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"Burlar as regras de um país para conseguir encaixar-se na sociedade pode ser possível no Brasil, onde não há consequências para o jeitinho brasileiro. Mas fora dele, as consequências podem ser drásticas e até mesmo irreversíveis."

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The happiness van: an adventure around Leipzig

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"Allan came to my house to pick me up, and I did exactly what my mom has always told me not to do: get in a van with a stranger." 

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Arid Zone: A chat with filmmaker Fernanda Pessoa

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"The most conservative city in the US?" Filmmaker Fernanda Pessoa talks about how her recent documentary, "Arid Zone," brought her back to a formative place in her youth. #DOKLeipzig

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Movie newbie impressions of DOK Leipzig films

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"I spent two days at DOK Leipzig 2019 watching as many movies as I could, and recommend that you do the same if you have the time."

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Lichtfest 2019 and the Peaceful Revolution

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Couldn't make it to Lichtfest 2019? Visit some sites in the city center that celebrate and remember the Peaceful Revolution.

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