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A man nearing the end of his life, and the events that unfold following his passing.

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This film explores the lives of Swiss musicians who specialize in improvisation. It presents their personal stories.

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In the remote New Siberian Islands, located in the Arctic Ocean, a remarkably preserved mammoth carcass is discovered. This find presents a potential breakthrough in genetics, raising the possibility of a significant…

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