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1993105 minGdocumentary

9.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Our Wall

1993105 minGdocumentary

9.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Archive footage and personal memories from Cypriots on both sides of the island provide a new perspective on events before and after the 1960s.

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Panikkos Hrysanthou

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Archive footage and personal memories from Cypriots on both sides of the island provide a new perspective on events before and after the 1960s.

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Panikkos Hrysanthou

Panikkos Hrysanthoudirector

Panikkos Hrysanthou

Panikkos Hrysanthouwriter

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Cypriots from both sides of the island of Venus share their memories in "Our Wall." The documentary features archive footage and personal accounts that reflect on the period before and after the 1960s in Cyprus. It presents a first attempt to reconsider these memories through both ethnic perspectives. The film combines artistic expression with academic critique, offering insights into the historical context of the island's division.

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