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202175 minPGdocumentary

5.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Mental Health Relationships

Tell Me

202175 minPGdocumentary

5.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

22 filmmakers from 15 countries contribute to a documentary that captures the emotional impact of isolation during the global pandemic.

Mental Health Relationships

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22 filmmakers from 15 countries contribute to a documentary that captures the emotional impact of isolation during the global pandemic.

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Marta Pulk

Marta Pulkdirector

Joanna Juhkamcast

Jaak Ollino Jr.

Jaak Ollino Jr.cast

Chihei Hatakeyamacast

Karolina Veetamm

Karolina Veetammcast

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Silence fills once-bustling cities as police patrol the streets during global lockdowns. 'Tell Me' features an international phone line where individuals share their feelings and thoughts about isolation. Directed by Marta Pulk, the documentary includes contributions from 22 filmmakers across 15 countries. It captures the emotional weight of confinement and the strain on relationships during the pandemic. The film runs for 75 minutes and presents a collective reflection on a shared experience of confinement.

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