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200452 minGdocumentary

A Dangerously Free Man

200452 minGdocumentary

Sergei Paradjanov's life and artistic vision are explored through a blend of vibrant storytelling and tragicomic elements in this documentary.

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Sergei Paradjanov's life and artistic vision are explored through a blend of vibrant storytelling and tragicomic elements in this documentary.

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Roman Shyrman

Roman Shyrmandirector

Serhiy Trymbach

Serhiy Trymbachwriter

Sergei Parajanov

Sergei Parajanovcast

Roman Shyrman

Roman Shyrmancast

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Roman Shyrman's documentary details the life and work of Sergei Paradjanov, who was no less vibrant and extravagant in everyday life than in his films. His personal life was itself a piece of art. This film is a tragicomic story about this great improviser and fantasist.

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