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Poster for “Escaping Riga”

Escaping Riga 2014

IMDb 6.861TMDB 6.0170 min

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Synopsis

The film is based on true events, it tells the stories of two outstanding personalities of the 20th century – Sergei Eisenstein and Isaiah Berlin, who were both born and spent their childhood in Riga but soon had to leave the city. The film follows the lives of the two characters during the turbulent first half of the 20th century, telling how one of them becomes “the greatest film director of his generation” in the totalitarian Soviet Union, and the other “the greatest thinker of his generation” in liberal Great Britain.

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Mood and atmosphere

Immerse yourself in a reflective journey that echoes with the nostalgia of childhood and the weight of history. Set against the backdrop of early 20th century Riga, this film envelops you in a cozy, melancholic atmosphere, where the warmth of personal memories clashes with the chill of political upheaval. Experience the emotional turbulence of longing and the bittersweet essence of friendship as two remarkable lives unfold amidst shifting cultural landscapes. With beautiful cinematography that captures the essence of a bygone era, the film invites you to contemplate themes of identity, freedom, and the pursuit of dreams, leaving you with a lingering sense of hope amidst despair.

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