From Moerbeke With Love (Belgium) by Laura De Baudringhien
Documentary Short Films / Permanent Collection • 22m
Synopsis: Far away from home in a small Flemish village, Marta and her female colleagues are planting the seeds for the future of their (grand)children back home in Poland. Through her repetitive and physical work, Marta tries to stay connected and take care of her family. Stuck between east and west, distance and closeness, we follow her during two seasons. Running time: 00:22:00.
Selections/awards: DOCVILLE Leuven.
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