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Two friends share an apartment in Kyiv, where one is a palliative patient and the other volunteers to support her and their community.

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Two friends share an apartment in Kyiv, where one is a palliative patient and the other volunteers to support her and their community.

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Maryna Vroda

Maryna Vrodadirector

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Ira and Manya share an apartment in Kyiv, where they navigate daily life together. Ira is an activist and organizes a children's fund while managing her role as a palliative patient. Manya, her best friend, dedicates her time to volunteering. Their bond deepens as they work side by side, balancing the challenges of illness and the commitment to helping others. The film captures their experiences and the dynamics of their friendship in a city marked by struggle.

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