A fragmented look into the memories of two strangers from the same hometown, brought together through a university project.
It's Not A Picture, It's A Video. is of 0 hour(s) and 5 minute(s). It is Produced By: Northern Film School. It was released on 2023-03-30.
Genres: Documentary
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