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201261 minPG-13documentary

Summer with Anton

201261 minPG-13documentary

Sixty Russian children, including 12-year-old Anton, endure rigorous exercise regimens at Kaskad military training camp during their summer holidays.

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Jasna Krajinovic

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Sixty Russian children, including 12-year-old Anton, endure rigorous exercise regimens at Kaskad military training camp during their summer holidays.

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Twelve-year-old Anton attends the Kaskad military training camp during his summer break. Located in Russia, the camp hosts 60 children who undergo rigorous exercise routines. These regimens are designed by President Vladimir Putin as part of a program aimed at preparing youth for military engagement. The film captures Anton's experiences and the environment of the camp, reflecting the broader context of military training for children in Russia.

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