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The Chair 2017

Original title: სავარძელი

IMDb 6.265TMDB 5.01

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Synopsis

After the defeat in elections, Refugees Eviction Minister, Giorgi Mchedlishvili, loses everything that is dear to him: the office, the car, the source of income and most importantly - power. Giorgi’s chair, which is a live being, motivates former Minister to take actions, but these efforts do not bring the desired result. In these difficult times Giorgi meets Donara, refugee women, which he marries later. New government, orders eviction of Giorgi and his Family from his house. Former Minister puts himself in confrontation first with media, and then with Magda, Giorgi’s sister in law, and because of Magda the house is surrounded by journalists and police. After unsuccessful negotiations with the SWAT team the assault begins. With the help of chair, George, manages to escape grounds unseen towards his village.

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Mood and atmosphere

Immerse yourself in a poignant exploration of loss and resilience as you witness a journey marked by loneliness and fleeting hope. The film envelops you in an atmosphere of nostalgic yearning, where the echoes of past power collide with the stark realities of eviction and family displacement. Set against a backdrop of a small town, the warm colors and intimate settings evoke feelings of comfort amidst chaos. Experience the emotional depth of a man grappling with identity and the remnants of his former life, interspersed with moments of quiet reflection and rebellion. This slow-burn narrative invites you to ponder themes of family, love, and the bittersweet nature of dreams, all while a beautifully haunting soundtrack lingers in the air, enhancing the film’s meditative pace.

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