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200728 minPGdocumentary

Burnt Out

200728 minPGdocumentary

An old man in the Bieszczady Mountains burns charcoal while living a simple life with only his dog to protect his freedom.

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Anna Więckowska

Synopsis

An old man in the Bieszczady Mountains burns charcoal while living a simple life with only his dog to protect his freedom.

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Anna Więckowskadirector

Anna Więckowskawriter

Stanisław Farioncast

Władysław Dykcast

Kazimierz Błądekcast

Synopsis

An old man lives in the Bieszczady Mountains, where he burns charcoal as his primary occupation. Despite his education, he opts for a simple life, valuing freedom over material possessions. His only companion is a dog, which he keeps for protection. Directed by Anna Więckowska, "Burnt Out" presents a portrait of this solitary figure and his choice to embrace a minimalist lifestyle in a remote setting. The film runs for 28 minutes and was released in 2007.

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