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202053 minGdocumentary

A Boy

202053 minGdocumentary

Ten-year-old Stepan navigates life in the shrinking town of Arsenyev, strumming his guitar and caring for his little half-brother amid family struggles.

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Ten-year-old Stepan navigates life in the shrinking town of Arsenyev, strumming his guitar and caring for his little half-brother amid family struggles.

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Vitaly Akimovdirector

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Ten-year-old Stepan navigates life in Arsenyev, a declining town in Russia. He fetches water, strums his guitar, and plays with his little half-brother. Stepan also faces the challenges of his environment, including a stepfather who sleeps off alcohol on the kitchen floor. Filmed in black and white, Vitaly Akimov's 2020 documentary captures Stepan's candid reflections on his experiences, blending moments of innocence with the stark realities of his daily life.

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