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202027 minPG-13documentary

Colonialism Conflict

The Close River

202027 minPG-13documentary

A river in a colonized region reflects the complex history of shifting borders, power dynamics, and the intertwined stories of coexistence and resistance.

Colonialism Conflict

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A river in a colonized region reflects the complex history of shifting borders, power dynamics, and the intertwined stories of coexistence and resistance.

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Marta Hryniukdirector

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A river flows through a region marked by colonization and exploitation. The Close River examines how shifting borders and power dynamics have shaped the area's history. It presents stories of coexistence, violence, and resistance that are etched into the land and culture. The film reveals how these historical events influence contemporary life in the region. Running for 27 minutes, it combines elements of crime and literature to tell its story.

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