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201190 min0documentary

5.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Technology Policy Freedom Of Expression

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Five Star Existence

201190 min0documentary

5.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

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In Finland and Sweden, Sonja Lindén interviews individuals like Rebekka Karijord and Pekka Uotila to explore technology's impact on human connections and personal freedom.

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In Finland and Sweden, Sonja Lindén interviews individuals like Rebekka Karijord and Pekka Uotila to explore technology's impact on human connections and personal freedom.

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Sonja Lindén interviews various individuals, including Rebekka Karijord and Pekka Uotila, to discuss the effects of technology on everyday life. Set against the backdrop of Finland and Sweden, the film reveals how communication advancements shape human connections and perceptions of time and space. It questions whether these changes grant personal freedom or create new forms of confinement. The documentary also addresses the struggle to maintain a natural rhythm in a fast-paced, fragmented society.

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See how technology reshapes human connection.
Find out if tech enhances or restricts freedom.
Meet diverse perspectives on modern life.

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The film was directed by Sonja Lindén, a woman director.
The documentary has a runtime of 90 minutes.
It was produced in two countries: Finland and Sweden.
The film features a cast that includes Rebekka Karijord and Samu Heikkilä.

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Technology enthusiastsSocial science studentsFans of documentary films

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Who directed the documentary Five Star Existence?

Five Star Existence was directed by Sonja Lindén.

What year was Five Star Existence released?

Five Star Existence was released in 2011.

What is the duration of the documentary Five Star Existence?

The duration of Five Star Existence is 90 minutes.

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Full Frame Documentary Film Festival

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Doc Edge Festival

2012 • Official selection

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