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202320 minPGdocumentary

Shadowtime

202320 minPGdocumentary

Alma guides viewers through a 20-minute look at the climate crisis and how virtual spaces offer an escape from pressing environmental issues.

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Alma guides viewers through a 20-minute look at the climate crisis and how virtual spaces offer an escape from pressing environmental issues.

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Deniz Tortumdirector

Sister Sylvesterdirector

Deniz Tortumwriter

Sister Sylvesterwriter

Rawya El Chabcast

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Alma guides viewers through a 20-minute examination of the climate crisis and the role of virtual spaces. The film presents a series of questions about the challenges faced in reality and the ways people seek refuge in digital environments. It addresses the disconnect between pressing environmental issues and the allure of virtual experiences. Through Alma's perspective, the documentary invites reflection on these pressing topics in contemporary society.

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