Instructions for Survival
Released 5 years ago in 2021. Instructions for Survival is a documentary film. directed by Yana Ugrekhelidze. At just 72 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
Alexander’s transgender identity means he is obliged to lead a life of secrecy in his home country. Being identified as “female” in his passport means he cannot legally find work, either. Since even a visit to the doctor is a risk for him, he has begun hormone therapy to transition on his own with support from internet forums and the local transgender community. Desperate to escape their hopeless situation and leave the country, Alexander’s wife Mari decides to become a surrogate mother for 12,000 dollars. But their ostensibly pragmatic plan backfires when Alex and Mari gradually develop an emotional bond with the unborn child.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 1, 2021
4 years ago
Runtime
1h 12m
72 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (1 votes)
Language
KA
Original language
Country
Germany
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Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- KA
Production Companies
- Fortisfemfilm
- Robert Bosch Stiftung
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Instructions for Survival about?
Alexander’s transgender identity means he is obliged to lead a life of secrecy in his home country. Being identified as “female” in his passport means he cannot legally find work, either. Sin...
Who directed Instructions for Survival?
Instructions for Survival was directed by Yana Ugrekhelidze.
How long is Instructions for Survival?
Instructions for Survival has a runtime of 1 hours and 12 minutes (72 minutes total).
When was Instructions for Survival released?
Instructions for Survival was released on March 1, 2021 in theaters.