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201353 minPG-13documentary

Historical Events

War Protocols

201353 minPG-13documentary

17,000 interviews with fighters recorded during the Great Patriotic War reveal personal stories that challenge official historical narratives.

Historical Events

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Lyudmila Snigireva,

Sergey Shvydkoy

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17,000 interviews with fighters recorded during the Great Patriotic War reveal personal stories that challenge official historical narratives.

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Lyudmila Snigirevadirector

Sergey Shvydkoydirector

Nikita Efremov

Nikita Efremovcast

Synopsis

Veterans of the Great Patriotic War recount their experiences in a series of interviews recorded during the conflict. The film features testimonies from 17,000 fighters, revealing personal stories that challenge official narratives. These accounts illustrate how war permeated daily life for millions. Popular artists voice the vivid stories from the archive, while a few surviving veterans share their memories. The protocols of their conversations provide a unique perspective on the war's impact.

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