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2015129 min12documentary

6.3/ 10(3 ratings)• TMDB

My Talk with Florence

2015129 min12documentary

6.3/ 10(3 ratings)• TMDB

Florence recounts her experiences of abuse and survival in Austria, addressing trauma and challenges faced during the twentieth century.

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Florence recounts her experiences of abuse and survival in Austria, addressing trauma and challenges faced during the twentieth century.

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Paul Poet

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Paul Poet

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Florence recounts her experiences of abuse and survival in a minimalist interview format. Directed by Paul Poet, "My Talk with Florence" presents her oral history as a reflection on resistance against adversity. The film runs for 129 minutes and is produced in Austria. It captures personal narratives that reveal difficult aspects of the twentieth century. Through Florence's candid storytelling, the documentary addresses themes of trauma and the human spirit's endurance.

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