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202312 minPGdoc-short

Dusty Apples

202312 minPGdoc-short

A 12-minute short film created during the "ДокКино" documentary workshop in Yekaterinburg addresses themes of death, suicide, and psychiatric disorders.

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Kristina Yurova

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A 12-minute short film created during the "ДокКино" documentary workshop in Yekaterinburg addresses themes of death, suicide, and psychiatric disorders.

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Yekaterinburg's "ДокКино" documentary workshop served as the backdrop for Kristina Yurova's short film debut, "Dusty Apples." The 12-minute film addresses themes of death, suicide, and psychiatric disorders. It juxtaposes these serious topics with moments of beauty and charm, creating a complex narrative. Through its compact format, the film invites reflection on difficult subjects while incorporating lighter elements that balance the overall tone.

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