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201751 minPG-13documentary

The Therapy

201751 minPG-13documentary

Twelve teenagers in St. Petersburg, convicted of various crimes, receive conditional pardons and must live in a social rehabilitation center.

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Twelve teenagers in St. Petersburg, convicted of various crimes, receive conditional pardons and must live in a social rehabilitation center.

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Yuliya Sergina

Yuliya Serginadirector

Vladislav Bakhanovichwriter

Yuliya Sergina

Yuliya Serginawriter

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Twelve teenagers in St. Petersburg face a new path after receiving pardons for their crimes. Instead of serving time, they enter a social rehabilitation center. Here, they must meet conditions set by the court. The film follows their daily lives as they navigate the challenges of rehabilitation. It captures their interactions with staff and each other, revealing their struggles and efforts to adapt to a different environment. The documentary runs for 51 minutes and was released in 2017.

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