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202410 minPGdoc-short

Mother Language

202410 minPGdoc-short

Every week, a group of mothers from various countries meets to learn German while balancing their responsibilities as parents.

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Every week, a group of mothers from various countries meets to learn German while balancing their responsibilities as parents.

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Duc Huy Luudirector

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A group of mothers meets each week to learn German together in a community center. They come from various countries and face the challenge of mastering a new language while raising their children. Their motivation extends beyond personal growth; they aim to better support their kids' futures in a German-speaking environment. The documentary captures their struggles and successes over a span of ten minutes.

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