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202446 minGdocumentary

First Milk

202446 minGdocumentary

At Mount Pateras in Attica, Greece, newborn sheep and their human caretakers illustrate themes of motherhood and the cycles of life.

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Panagiotis Papafragkos

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At Mount Pateras in Attica, Greece, newborn sheep and their human caretakers illustrate themes of motherhood and the cycles of life.

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Panagiotis Papafragkosdirector

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At Mount Pateras in Attica, Greece, newborn sheep are reared in a setting that reflects the rhythms of nature. The film captures the intimate bond between humans and animals, focusing on themes of motherhood, breastfeeding, and orphanhood. As seasons change, the narrative unfolds through the cycles of life, depicting moments of birth, death, and rebirth. Over 46 minutes, First Milk presents a sensory experience that connects viewers to the fundamental aspects of life on the farm.

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