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202345 minPGdocumentary

Parents' School

202345 minPGdocumentary

Foster parents in Russia face numerous challenges as they navigate a rigorous training process before they can adopt a child from an orphanage.

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Anna Dranitsyna

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Foster parents in Russia face numerous challenges as they navigate a rigorous training process before they can adopt a child from an orphanage.

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Anna Dranitsynadirector

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An ordinary person in Russia considers adopting a child from an orphanage. This decision seems daunting. Many fear the obstacles involved in foster care. Potential parents soon learn they must complete a school for foster parents. The process proves to be difficult, and not everyone succeeds. The documentary follows these individuals as they navigate their path to parenthood. It documents the emotional and procedural challenges encountered along the way.

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