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201726 minGdocumentary

Grandmother

201726 minGdocumentary

A middle-aged woman struggles to find a husband while facing a lack of understanding from those closest to her.

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Lyudmila Bychkova

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A middle-aged woman struggles to find a husband while facing a lack of understanding from those closest to her.

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Lyudmila Bychkova

Lyudmila Bychkovadirector

Lyudmila Bychkova

Lyudmila Bychkovawriter

Synopsis

A middle-aged woman navigates her desire for companionship. She faces emotional challenges as she seeks a husband. Living with determination, she struggles to find support from family and friends. Her personal life remains unfulfilled, reflecting her efforts and the disconnect with those around her. The film runs for 26 minutes and was released in 2017.

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