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201874 minPGdocumentary

Neighbors

201874 minPGdocumentary

Decades of isolation end for many as they leave institutions and attempt to rebuild their lives in this 74-minute observational documentary.

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Decades of isolation end for many as they leave institutions and attempt to rebuild their lives in this 74-minute observational documentary.

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Tomislav Žajadirector

Tomislav Žajawriter

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A group of individuals with mental illness leave their institution after decades of isolation. They face the challenges of rebuilding their lives in a community that often misunderstands them. The film follows their efforts to find stability and connection in a world that has changed significantly during their absence. Over 74 minutes, it captures their struggles and triumphs as they navigate daily life and seek acceptance.

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