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200748 minGdocumentary

Mental Health Life Stories

Blood Seller

200748 minGdocumentary

A doctor from Saratov keeps an online diary to share his experience of dying from cancer.

Mental Health Life Stories

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Elena Pogrebizhskaya,

Mikhail Solovyov

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A doctor from Saratov keeps an online diary to share his experience of dying from cancer.

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Elena Pogrebizhskaya

Elena Pogrebizhskayadirector

Mikhail Solovyovdirector

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Igor Alekseev, a doctor and writer from Saratov, faces terminal cancer. As he confronts his mortality, he begins an online diary to document his experiences with illness and dying. Over 48 minutes, the film captures Alekseev's reflections on life and death, revealing his thoughts and emotions during this challenging time. His writings serve as a means of connection with others, transforming his struggle into a shared narrative.

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