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202026 minGdocumentary

7.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Enter Through The Balcony

202026 minGdocumentary

7.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

A 26-minute short film examines how architecture reflects the culture and identity of Ukraine and its people.

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A 26-minute short film examines how architecture reflects the culture and identity of Ukraine and its people.

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Roman Blazhan

Roman Blazhandirector

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Kyiv's architecture reflects the city's rich culture and history. "Enter Through The Balcony" features various buildings that tell stories of the people who inhabit them. The film runs for 26 minutes and presents a view of Ukraine through its structures. It connects the physical environment to the cultural identity of its residents. By focusing on architecture, the documentary reveals how spaces shape experiences and relationships in Ukraine.

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