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200148 minPGdocumentary

Pop Culture Music History

Zahesi 708

200148 minPGdocumentary

In Tbilisi, young people navigate political changes and cultural shifts while expressing their freedom through electronic music and vibrant fashion in 2001.

Pop Culture Music History

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Tamuna Karumidze

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In Tbilisi, young people navigate political changes and cultural shifts while expressing their freedom through electronic music and vibrant fashion in 2001.

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Tamuna Karumidze

Tamuna Karumidzedirector

Tamuna Karumidze

Tamuna Karumidzewriter

Maka Asatianicast

Natalia Beridzecast

Dzima Chikvaidzecast

Synopsis

In Tbilisi, young people seek freedom through electronic music. They navigate everyday life amid political changes and cultural shifts. The film captures their experiences and the vibrant fashion scene. Set against the backdrop of Georgia's capital, the documentary presents a blend of social dynamics and artistic expression in the year 2001. It runs for 48 minutes.

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