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War Crimes Conflict

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202586 minPGdocumentary

In Donbass, a group of individuals from various countries confronts the realities of war while seeking to amplify the voices of the unheard.

War Crimes Conflict

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Ivan I. Tverdovsky

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In Donbass, a group of individuals from various countries confronts the realities of war while seeking to amplify the voices of the unheard.

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Ivan I. Tverdovsky

Ivan I. Tverdovskydirector

Ivan Rubtsovwriter

Vittorio-Nicola Rangelonicast

Graham Phillipscast

Christelle Néantcast

Synopsis

They came to Donbass from different countries in search of truth. And they stayed on for the sake of those whose voices were not heard. Dialogues about war and duty, a long search for meaning amidst the ruins, working with tragic footage. This is a film about those for whom Donbass has become a refuge of truth.

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