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202112 minPGdoc-short

MoVa

202112 minPGdoc-short

An ordinary Belarus language lesson turns into a thriller as participants face the threat of persecution in modern Belarus.

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An ordinary Belarus language lesson turns into a thriller as participants face the threat of persecution in modern Belarus.

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Alana Ivorydirector

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In a Belarusian classroom, a language lesson takes a dramatic turn. Participants gather to practice their Belarusian, but what begins as a simple gathering quickly escalates into a tense situation. Authorities target those involved, leading to persecution for engaging in cultural expression. "MoVa" presents a true story from Mova Nanova, illustrating the risks faced by individuals in modern Belarus when they seek to connect through language and community. The film runs for 12 minutes and was released in 2021.

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