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202415 minPGdoc-short

8.5/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

Inside, the Valley Sings

202415 minPGdoc-short

8.5/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

Three prisoners in solitary confinement seek comfort and escape through the vast landscapes of their imaginations.

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Three prisoners in solitary confinement seek comfort and escape through the vast landscapes of their imaginations.

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Nathan Fagan

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Three prisoners in solitary confinement confront their isolation within the stark walls of a prison. As they endure the harsh conditions, they turn to their imaginations for solace. Each man finds comfort in the vast landscapes of their minds, creating vivid worlds to escape their reality. "Inside, the Valley Sings" captures their struggles and the mental landscapes they build to cope with their circumstances. The film runs for 15 minutes and was released in 2024.

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