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200877 minGdocumentary

Long Distance Love

200877 minGdocumentary

3,500 miles separate newlyweds Alisher and Dildora as he leaves Osh, Kyrgyzstan, to seek work in Moscow amid economic struggles.

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3,500 miles separate newlyweds Alisher and Dildora as he leaves Osh, Kyrgyzstan, to seek work in Moscow amid economic struggles.

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Elin Jonssondirector

Magnus Gertten

Magnus Gerttendirector

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Alisher and Dildora live in Osh, Kyrgyzstan. They marry young and soon expect a child. At 18, Alisher faces the pressure of supporting his family amid economic difficulties. With limited options, he decides to leave Dildora and travel to Moscow in search of work. The couple's love is tested by the challenges of distance and financial strain. Their story reflects the struggles faced by many young couples in similar situations.

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