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198511 minPGdoc-short

8.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

U.S.S.A.

198511 minPGdoc-short

8.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Eleven minutes of super 8 footage captures a cultural blend across New York, Berlin, Milan, and Paris, reflecting the director's diverse background.

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Vivian Ostrovsky

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Eleven minutes of super 8 footage captures a cultural blend across New York, Berlin, Milan, and Paris, reflecting the director's diverse background.

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Vivian Ostrovsky's film captures a cultural blend shaped by her diverse upbringing. Born in New York to Russian and Czech parents, she was raised in Brazil and educated in France. Shot on super 8, "U.S.S.A." features scenes from New York, Berlin, Milan, and Paris. The 11-minute documentary reflects on blurred boundaries and personal history, presenting a unique perspective on identity and culture across these major cities.

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