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201847 minPGdocumentary

Nikolay's Dream

201847 minPGdocumentary

In 1985, Bulgarian skipper Nikolay achieved his dream of sailing around the world alone, inspiring a generation of young Bulgarians to seek freedom.

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Maria Karaguiozova

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In 1985, Bulgarian skipper Nikolay achieved his dream of sailing around the world alone, inspiring a generation of young Bulgarians to seek freedom.

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Maria Karaguiozovadirector

Maria Karaguiozovawriter

Nikolay Djambazovcast

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Today, as a skipper for bulgarian tourists, Nikolay recalls the dream he accomplished in 1985 : going around the world by himself. In crossing the iron curtain, he has shown the way to freedom to an entire generation of young Bulgarians.

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