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202335 minPGdocumentary

Just in the Middle

202335 minPGdocumentary

In Ukraine, the director's exploration of her family history is interrupted by the outbreak of war, altering their daily lives and connections.

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Natalia Kyselova

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In Ukraine, the director's exploration of her family history is interrupted by the outbreak of war, altering their daily lives and connections.

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Natalia Kyselovadirector

Sebastien Granetwriter

Natalia Kyselovawriter

Synopsis

The director decides to travel to Ukraine, her native country, for the duration of the film, to explore her family history, but the outbreak of war disrupts her family's daily life.

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