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201363 minPGdocumentary

My Kith and Kin

201363 minPGdocumentary

A ten-year-old girl travels to Azerbaijan to meet her father's parents and learn about her Azerbaijani heritage.

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Rodion Ismailov

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A ten-year-old girl travels to Azerbaijan to meet her father's parents and learn about her Azerbaijani heritage.

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Rodion Ismailov

Rodion Ismailovdirector

Rodion Ismailov

Rodion Ismailovwriter

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Ten-year-old Lolita travels to Azerbaijan to meet her paternal grandparents for the first time. Her mother is Russian, and her father is Azerbaijani, creating a blend of cultures in her life. In Azerbaijan, Lolita seeks to learn about her family's traditions, customs, and heritage. The documentary captures her experiences as she navigates this new environment and connects with her Azerbaijani roots. The film runs for 63 minutes and was released in 2013.

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