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2024102 minPGdocumentary

7.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Corruption Civil Liberties

Black Snow

2024102 minPGdocumentary

7.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

A Siberian mother of three becomes a citizen journalist and faces intense scrutiny from Russian authorities after exposing a major coal scandal.

Corruption Civil Liberties

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A Siberian mother of three becomes a citizen journalist and faces intense scrutiny from Russian authorities after exposing a major coal scandal.

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Alina Simonedirector

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A Siberian mother of three becomes a citizen journalist in her hometown. She investigates a major coal scandal that attracts the attention of Russian authorities. As she gathers evidence and reports her findings, she faces increasing scrutiny and pressure. The film follows her struggle against a powerful system while balancing her family life. Set in 2024, "Black Snow" runs for 102 minutes and presents a tense account of one woman's fight for truth in a challenging environment.

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