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Simon Reeve's South America
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Simon Reeve's South America

2022-09-11 · Runtime unavailable · ★ 8.1

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An astonishing adventure through some of the most beautiful, fascinating places on earth. From giant cities to remote communities, Simon meets the people of a changing continent.

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The Garden Productions, BBC
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