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When Flowers Are Not Silent

Gdy kwiaty nie milczą

2021 · 71 min · Documentary

This documentary follows Belarusian families in the aftermath of the disputed 2020 presidential election, as peaceful mass protests are met by an escalating campaign of state repression. It bears witness to the courage and daily toll carried by ordinary people who refuse to stay silent.

Why it’s here

A Polish-supported documentary focused on women living through Belarus's 2020 state violence.

Runtime
71 min
Genre
Documentary
Mood
thoughtful
Entry
some context
Best for
shorter watch · documentary viewers
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Part of 10 Movies Set in or About Belarus

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