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Movie poster: Life on Their Shoulders (2004)
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Life on Their Shoulders

2004 · 68 min Documentary
5.7 / 10 · TMDB

The documentary shot in a Laz village called M3’anu is about the lives of women living in the region. The documentary focuses on women who have a great endurance without being crushed under the heavy load they carry on their backs, the difficulties of living conditions and the heavy load brought by taking care of their families, nevertheless, they do not give up their songs and smile on their faces.

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📋 Film Details

Original Title Sırtlarındaki Hayat
Year 2004
Country Turkey
Genre Documentary
Director Yeşim Ustaoğlu
Runtime 68 min.
Rating TMDB: 5.7/10 (7 votes)

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Life on Their Shoulders has mixed reviews with a rating of 5.7/10. Good for a relaxed evening without high expectations.

Not every film is made for everyone. Read the synopsis, watch the trailer — you'll know right away if it's for you.

A 2004 film from an era before CGI overload, with real performances that still hit hard. Best for: genre fans and those open to something unconventional.

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