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202373 minGdocumentary

Weightless

202373 minGdocumentary

Khrystyna Bunii's anthropological research in Hutsulshchyna, Ukraine, explores local history through digitized family archives and community engagement.

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Khrystyna Bunii's anthropological research in Hutsulshchyna, Ukraine, explores local history through digitized family archives and community engagement.

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Nick Thomasdirector

Marta Hryniukdirector

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Khrystyna Bunii travels through Hutsulshchyna in south-west Ukraine for her anthropological research. She digitizes family photo archives while engaging with locals to discuss the region's history. Bunii faces challenges in finding individuals willing to share their stories. The 73-minute documentary blends observational techniques with staged performances, reflecting on the connections between past and present in this remote area.

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