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1986106 minPGdocumentary

8.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Ex Voto

1986106 minPGdocumentary

8.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

In central Switzerland, filmmaker Hans Langjahr reflects on identity, spirituality, and fundamental human experiences through his personal lens.

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In central Switzerland, filmmaker Hans Langjahr reflects on identity, spirituality, and fundamental human experiences through his personal lens.

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A camera travels through central Switzerland as filmmaker Langjahr reflects on his homeland. He captures moments that shape his understanding of life and survival. The film documents his personal exploration of identity and the spiritual questions that arise from it. Through his lens, Langjahr connects with fundamental human experiences. The 1986 documentary runs for 106 minutes, covering themes of history, religion, and health amid the cultural conditions of the region.

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