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2023116 minPGdocumentary

6.7/ 10(27 ratings)• TMDB

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Apolonia, Apolonia

2023116 minPGdocumentary

6.7/ 10(27 ratings)• TMDB

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Thirteen years of filming capture Apolonia Sokol's evolution as an artist from her bohemian upbringing in Paris to her studies at Beaux-Arts de Paris.

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Thirteen years of filming capture Apolonia Sokol's evolution as an artist from her bohemian upbringing in Paris to her studies at Beaux-Arts de Paris.

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Apolonia Sokol, born in a Parisian underground theater, grows up surrounded by a vibrant artistic community in the 1990s. Directed by Lea Glob, the film follows Sokol over 13 years as she navigates her artistic career, attending the Beaux-Arts de Paris at 21. Through candid moments, the documentary captures Sokol's struggles and triumphs as she confronts the challenges of being a woman in the art world. Their evolving friendship adds depth to this portrayal of creativity, identity, and personal growth.

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Meet artist Apolonia Sokol and her unique story.
See the vibrant French artistic scene of the 1990s.
Follow Lea Glob's 13-year filming journey with Apolonia.

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Apolonia Sokol was born in a Parisian underground theater.
The film won the IDFA Award for Best Film in November 2022.
It was one of 15 finalist films for the Best Documentary Feature at the 96th Academy Awards.
The film premiered on November 10, 2022, and was released in Denmark on March 23, 2023.

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Who directed the documentary Apolonia, Apolonia?

Apolonia, Apolonia was directed by Lea Glob.

When was Apolonia, Apolonia released in Danish cinemas?

Apolonia, Apolonia was released in Danish cinemas on 23 March 2023.

What award did Apolonia, Apolonia win at the 35th International Documentary Film Festival Amsterdam?

Apolonia, Apolonia won the IDFA Award for Best Film at the festival.

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