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202330 minGdocumentary

Inside Kabul

202330 minGdocumentary

Two friends in Kabul send voice messages to journalist Caroline Gillet, sharing their experiences during the Taliban's takeover of Afghanistan.

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Caroline Gillet,

Denis Walgenwitz

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Two friends in Kabul send voice messages to journalist Caroline Gillet, sharing their experiences during the Taliban's takeover of Afghanistan.

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Caroline Gilletdirector

Denis Walgenwitzdirector

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Marwa and Raha, two friends in Kabul, began sending voice messages to journalist Caroline Gillet after the Taliban took control of Afghanistan in 2021. Their audio diaries capture their daily experiences and emotions during a time of upheaval. The 30-minute film presents their personal accounts, revealing the challenges and changes they face in their city. Through their recordings, Marwa and Raha share a unique perspective on life under Taliban rule.

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