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- ↑ Davide Abbatescianni, "Review: Instructions for Survival". Cineuropa, March 8, 2021.
- 1 2 Katrina Stebbins, "Ann Arbor Film Festival 2021: ‘Instructions for Survival’ isn’t much of a guide". The Michigan Daily , April 1, 2021.
- ↑ Michael Rosser, "Berlinale reveals Panorama, Encounters titles for 2021 edition". Screen Daily , February 10, 2021.
- ↑ "'Miguel's War' erhält Teddy Award". RBB Fernsehen, June 19, 2021.
- ↑ Andrew Jeffrey, "Inside Out unveils lineup for 31st edition of 2SLGBTQ+ film festival". RealScreen , May 3, 2021.
