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202152 minPGdocumentary

Nothing Should Surprise Us

202152 minPGdocumentary

Various shelters and bunkers in Slovenia illustrate the senselessness of wars and conflicts throughout the country's turbulent history.

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Amir Muratović

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Various shelters and bunkers in Slovenia illustrate the senselessness of wars and conflicts throughout the country's turbulent history.

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Amir Muratovićdirector

Amir Muratovićwriter

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Shelters and bunkers in Slovenia reflect the country's turbulent history. Set against a backdrop of conflicts, the film covers the development and purpose of these structures. It examines how they were built to protect civilians during various wars. The documentary presents the stories behind these sites, illustrating their significance in Slovenia's past. It runs for 52 minutes and was released in 2021.

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