FILM

Tangerines.

Zaza Urushadze · Drama · 2013

"Tangerines" by Zaza Urushadze is a poignant war drama that unfolds amidst the brutal conflicts of the 1992-1993 War in Abkhazia. Set in a small Estonian village now almost deserted due to the encroaching war, the film explores themes of humanity, compassion, and the absurdity of ethnic conflicts through the lives of an elderly Estonian man, Ivo, who has refused to leave his homeland, and the wounded soldiers from opposing sides he nurses back to health in his home. The film is significant in its portrayal of the rarely discussed Estonian involvement in the region, shedding light on the human ties that bind us across cultural and ethnic divides. Its critical acclaim, including an Oscar nomination for Best Foreign Language Film, underscores its powerful message of peace and reconciliation in times of war, making it an essential cinematic work that resonates deeply with audiences worldwide, including those interested in the complexities of post-Soviet states and the Estonian experience.

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