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202240 minGdocumentary

Across the Rails

202240 minGdocumentary

Six Belarusian students find themselves in Łódź, Poland, during a time of change in 2021, as the city becomes part of their story.

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Six Belarusian students find themselves in Łódź, Poland, during a time of change in 2021, as the city becomes part of their story.

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Antos Sivyhdirector

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Six Belarusian students arrive in Łódź, Poland, in 2021 amid political upheaval in their home country. They adapt to life in a post-industrial city marked by change and uncertainty. Each student shares their personal experiences and struggles during this time. Transport and youth culture play a significant role in their daily lives. The film presents their diverse stories against the backdrop of a city undergoing its own transformation.

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