Trans Allegories in Film: 'Shrek' (2001)
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Alexei, after spending 15 years in prison, is released on probation. It is difficult for him to accept the new order. Ridden with guilt, he tries to come to terms with his daughter Maja, who has become a prostitute.
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Alexei, after spending 15 years in prison, is released on probation. It is difficult for him to accept the new order. Ridden with guilt, he tries to come to terms with his daughter Maja, who has become a prostitute.
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Genre:Drama
Written By:Rinaldas Tomaševičius
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Runtime:28 minutes
Studio:Lithuanian Academy of Music and Theatre
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