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Miguel Ángel Pérez, better known as “Kankel,” is a well-known and beloved figure in Santander (Cantabria). In this short documentary, he shares his amusing stories from the bullring spanning nearly 60 years, making him Spain's longest-serving bullfighter. The story is told through a series of photographs, all delivered with his characteristic sense of humor.
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Miguel Ángel "Kankel" Pérez
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