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202027 minPGdocumentary

Misha

202027 minPGdocumentary

Mikhail Sarin collects metal from local dumps to survive while dealing with his grandson's mother's two-week drinking sprees.

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Victor Sumenkov

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Mikhail Sarin collects metal from local dumps to survive while dealing with his grandson's mother's two-week drinking sprees.

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Victor Sumenkovwriter

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Mikhail Sarin faces difficult circumstances in his daily life. He collects metal from local dumps to support his family. His grandson Timur's mother frequently goes on drinking sprees lasting two weeks. Despite these challenges, Misha remains optimistic and energizes those around him. The documentary captures his efforts to navigate a tough existence while looking after his family. It runs for 27 minutes and provides a look into Misha's world in 2020.

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