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202543 minPG-13documentary

Civil Liberties

Inner Blooming Springs

202543 minPG-13documentary

Protests erupt in Tbilisi in 2024 as citizens unite against the controversial "Foreign Agents" law, demonstrating their resistance in the streets.

Civil Liberties

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Tinatin Kobiashvili

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Protests erupt in Tbilisi in 2024 as citizens unite against the controversial "Foreign Agents" law, demonstrating their resistance in the streets.

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Tinatin Kobiashvilidirector

Tina Matchavarianicast

Luka Chibukhaiacast

Tamar Tavartkiladzecast

Lazare Eliozashvilicast

Synopsis

Tina and Luka join a crowd of protesters in Tbilisi during the 2024 demonstrations against the "Foreign Agents" law. As tensions rise, they march alongside director Tiku and their friends, expressing their dissent and solidarity. The film captures the energy of the streets, where voices unite in a shared struggle against government policies perceived as oppressive. Through their actions, the group seeks to challenge the status quo and advocate for their rights.

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