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1. 1. The Pear Field

   

   Set against the backdrop of a dilapidated boarding school in post-Soviet Georgia, this poignant narrative follows the life of Lela, a resilient teenager who navigates the harsh realities of institutional neglect and societal indifference. As she grapples with her own traumatic past, Lela becomes a beacon of hope and defiance for her fellow students, particularly Irakli, a young boy she is determined to protect. Through her eyes, the story delves into themes of survival, friendship, and the quest for freedom, painting a vivid picture of a world where innocence is often overshadowed by the struggle for dignity and belonging.

2. 2. Livada De Peri

   

   A fierce, resourceful teenager navigates the brutal realities of a dilapidated Tbilisi boarding school where children cast off as “defective” endure neglect and abuse. Determined to protect the younger kids—especially a vulnerable boy—from predators among staff and students, she clings to dreams of escape and justice. The nearby pear orchard, at once a refuge and a stage for cruelty, mirrors the contradictions of their world. When outsiders arrive with promises of adoption and aid, hope flickers, forcing hard choices about loyalty, survival, and the possibility of a life beyond the institution.