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202290 minPGdocumentary

Shepherds. Milan

202290 minPGdocumentary

St. Ambrose of Milan serves as a focal point in exploring the daily life and community role of the Russian Orthodox Church in Lombardy.

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St. Ambrose of Milan serves as a focal point in exploring the daily life and community role of the Russian Orthodox Church in Lombardy.

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Andrey Andreevdirector

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St. Ambrose of Milan, the city's spiritual patron, features prominently in this documentary about the Russian Orthodox Church in Milan and Lombardy. Director Andrey Andreev presents the daily life and activities of the church's parishes, alongside the stories of other Orthodox saints in Milan and Italy. The film runs for 90 minutes and emphasizes the church's role in the community.

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