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Ilia State University Alumni Network of Religious Studies and the Documentary Film Association (DOCA) present: The project “Documentary Film Days at Iliauni” offers a unique opportunity for viewers not only to discover contemporary Georgian documentary cinema, but also to engage in discussions with the filmmakers themselves about the themes explored in the films.

Modern documentary cinema doesn’t aim to explain everything - it teaches us how to observe what’s happening around us. Watching a documentary is not merely a visual experience; it’s an ethical encounter with people, events, and stories.

Documentary films create a space where the audience doesn’t just observe - they connect. And often, that connection begins with quiet observation and leads to deeper questions.

Documentary film is increasingly seen as one of the key tools in shaping a society’s collective memory.

Film: Blueberry Dreams (2023, 75 min)

Invited guest: Director Elene Mikaberidze

Moderator: Sopo Zviadadze, Associate Professor in the field of Culture and Religious Studies.

Date: May 8 | Time:19:00 PM

About the Film:

Amidst Abkhazia's border tensions, a Georgian family pins hopes on blueberry farming. But two sons, Giorgi and Lazare dream beyond land's uncertainty.

Film Language: Georgian

Subtitles: English

Location: Ilia State University, Auditorium G106, 1 G. Tsereteli St.

Admission: Free

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