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202112 minPGdoc-short

6.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Sad Film

202112 minPGdoc-short

6.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Following the February 1, 2021 military coup in Myanmar, artists face severe restrictions that make filmmaking nearly impossible.

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Following the February 1, 2021 military coup in Myanmar, artists face severe restrictions that make filmmaking nearly impossible.

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Vasili documents life under Myanmar's military junta after the February 1, 2021 coup. Artists and filmmakers face severe restrictions as they attempt to create. Access to resources is limited, making filmmaking nearly impossible. Personal stories reveal the emotional challenges many endure. Despite oppression, some continue to pursue artistic expression. The film captures the struggles of creativity amid political turmoil in Myanmar. It runs for 12 minutes and combines personal narratives with vivid imagery.

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