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History Behind The Screen. 35 mm

History Behind The Screen. 35 mm

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Some of the most iconic images in Latvian visual history were taken 30 years ago, when the so-called Singing Revolution took place. This documentary that includes well-known and previously unseen 35 mm footage, is about those who took these shots, told in their own voices, their own emotions and memories.

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Status

Released

Original Language

Latvian

Runtime

97 mins

Rating

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Release Date

13 January 2018

Country

Latvia

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