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201440 minPGdocumentary

Werka

201440 minPGdocumentary

A match factory worker faces a significant challenge over several crucial months as she strives to turn her dreams into reality.

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Paweł Łoziński

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A match factory worker faces a significant challenge over several crucial months as she strives to turn her dreams into reality.

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Paweł Łoziński

Paweł Łozińskidirector

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A match factory worker faces a significant challenge over several months. She strives to realize her dreams while balancing the demands of her job. The film follows her path as she navigates personal sacrifice and the pursuit of love. Directed by Paweł Łoziński, Werka presents a close look at her transformation and the choices she makes in 2014. The documentary runs for 40 minutes.

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