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201850 minPGdocumentary

Workshop

201850 minPGdocumentary

In 1988, filmmaker Alexei German established a film workshop that has since produced several now-renowned directors.

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Sergey Karandashov

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In 1988, filmmaker Alexei German established a film workshop that has since produced several now-renowned directors.

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Sergey Karandashovdirector

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Sergei Karandashov recalls his time at Alexei German's film workshop established in 1988. The documentary features stories from other graduates now recognized filmmakers. They discuss their experiences under German's guidance. Memories of the creative process and challenges faced during the workshop form the film's core. The author, Karandashov, presents his perspective on this influential period in their careers. The film runs for 50 minutes and debuted in 2018.

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