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200639 minPGdocumentary

Lisa

200639 minPGdocumentary

At 19 years old, Lisa must care for two paralyzed elderly men while living in Karabash, a town known for its ecological disaster.

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Pavel Fattakhutdinov

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At 19 years old, Lisa must care for two paralyzed elderly men while living in Karabash, a town known for its ecological disaster.

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Pavel Fattakhutdinov

Pavel Fattakhutdinovdirector

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Lisa lives in Karabash, a town known for its ecological disaster. At 19 years old, she balances her desire for love and friendship with the harsh responsibilities of adulthood. Lisa cares for two paralyzed elderly men while also trying to earn a living. She navigates her daily life without support from family or friends. The film captures her struggles and the realities of her environment in this challenging setting.

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