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202315 minPGdoc-short

The Day I Died

202315 minPGdoc-short

Fifteen minutes before heart surgery, Alexander reflects on his life and the regrets he might carry if he does not survive the operation.

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Alexander Rahnami Mannstaedt

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Fifteen minutes before heart surgery, Alexander reflects on his life and the regrets he might carry if he does not survive the operation.

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Alexander Rahnami Mannstaedtdirector

Alexander Rahnami Mannstaedtwriter

Kristian Pedersenwriter

Mikkel Bjerringgaard Carlssonwriter

Nicolaj Kopernikus

Nicolaj Kopernikuscast

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Alexander prepares for heart surgery, contemplating the moments he might regret if his life were to end during the operation. As he reflects on his past, he considers how he has spent his time and what he wishes he had accomplished. This 15-minute documentary presents a personal narrative, blending biography and health themes, as Alexander creates a self-portrait that prompts introspection about life and choices.

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