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202588 minPGdocumentary

Ashes

202588 minPGdocumentary

Two men travel across Europe to investigate the disappearance of one man's uncle during World War II.

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Two men travel across Europe to investigate the disappearance of one man's uncle during World War II.

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Unai Eguía, a high school professor, travels across Europe with historian Antón Gandarias. They seek information about Antón's uncle, who vanished during World War II. Their search leads them through various countries, tracing family history and uncovering details about the uncle's fate. The documentary runs for 88 minutes and was released in 2025. It focuses on personal histories intertwined with significant historical events.

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