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202161 minGdocumentary

Happy Stones

202161 minGdocumentary

A chapel is built high in the mountains as a monument for children who are no longer alive.

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A chapel is built high in the mountains as a monument for children who are no longer alive.

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Zoya Dimitrovadirector

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A mountain chapel rises high above the valley, built as a memorial for lost children. Families face the emotional weight of grief while working together on this project. The documentary follows their efforts to create a unifying symbol of hope and remembrance. Set against a backdrop of stunning landscapes, it captures the challenges and determination involved in constructing this tribute.

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