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202146 minPG-13documentary

Authoritarianism

Don't Be Afraid

202146 minPG-13documentary

More than 100,000 people participated in protests in Belarus during the 2020 presidential campaign for fair elections.

Authoritarianism

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Mikhail Orshinsky

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More than 100,000 people participated in protests in Belarus during the 2020 presidential campaign for fair elections.

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Mikhail Orshinskydirector

Mikhail Orshinskywriter

Antos Telezhnikovwriter

Svetlana Tikhanovskayacast

Sergei Tikhanovskycast

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Sergei Tikhonovsky, a Belarusian blogger, called for change during the 2020 presidential campaign. The film follows individuals who answered his call and participated in protests for fair elections. It captures their experiences and challenges amid a turbulent political climate in Belarus. The documentary runs for 46 minutes and presents a detailed account of the events surrounding the election and the people's fight for democracy.

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