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202320 minPGdocumentary

Ashes by Name is Man

202320 minPGdocumentary

Twenty minutes capture the contrasts of Poland, where Catholicism intertwines with the natural world in a reflection on its delicate history.

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Ewelina Rosinska

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Twenty minutes capture the contrasts of Poland, where Catholicism intertwines with the natural world in a reflection on its delicate history.

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Ewelina Rosinksa captures scenes from Poland, a country marked by contrasts between Catholicism and the natural world. The 20-minute film presents a delicate history that intertwines with the landscapes and cultural elements of her homeland. Through visual storytelling, Rosinksa reflects on the complexities and emotions tied to these settings, offering a meditative view of Poland's past and present.

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