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201030 minPGdocumentary

Old Mountain

201030 minPGdocumentary

Fifteen households inhabit a Serbian village on the slopes of Stara Planina, where the youngest resident is 70 years old.

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Goran Stanković

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Fifteen households inhabit a Serbian village on the slopes of Stara Planina, where the youngest resident is 70 years old.

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Goran Stankovićdirector

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On the slopes of Stara Planina, a Serbian village is home to 15 households, where the youngest resident is 70 years old. Daily life revolves around simple tasks and shared moments. Inhabitants express gratitude for their lives despite the absence of heirs. Their reflections on solitude, nature, and love reveal a deep connection with their surroundings. Directed by Goran Stanković, this 30-minute film captures their shared bonds and experiences.

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