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A woman searches for videos she uploaded to YouTube as a child, reflecting on her past and the permanence of online memories.

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Why Watch

  • Find out how childhood videos shape identity.
  • See Manuela's unique perspective on digital memories.
  • Meet the woman behind this personal exploration.

Did You Know

  • The film is 15 minutes long.
  • Manuela finds videos she uploaded as a child on YouTube.
  • The documentary was released in 2022.
  • It was directed by a woman.

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The documentary 'Things That Won't Die' was released in 2022.

How long is the documentary 'Things That Won't Die'?

The duration of the documentary is 15 minutes.

Who directed the documentary 'Things That Won't Die'?

The documentary was directed by a woman, Manuela.

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