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201857 minPG-13documentary

Conflict Historical Events

The Frontier: Ukraine

201857 minPG-13documentary

Fifty-seven minutes cover the conflict in Ukraine and the downing of civilian airliner MH17.

Conflict Historical Events

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Elliott Crawford,

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Fifty-seven minutes cover the conflict in Ukraine and the downing of civilian airliner MH17.

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Elliott Crawforddirector

John Taylor

John Taylordirector

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Ukrainian troops and pro-Russian separatists engage in a violent struggle in eastern Ukraine. The documentary recounts the events leading to the downing of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17. It captures moments from the front lines, providing access to both sides of the conflict. Filmed in 2018, the 57-minute documentary offers a stark portrayal of the situation on Europe's doorstep.

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