Sweet Smoke of the Fatherland (2012)

Sweet Smoke of the Fatherland (2012) poster

This film is a triptych with three stories, involving three characters. They live in different parts of Europe: Western Europe -Catalonia (Spain); Eastern Europe -Lithuania; and in the new Europe -Georgia (Akhazia). They have experienced, in different parts of the 20Th century, civil wars and dictatorships. They share the same fate: they stayed where they were born. This film is about people who decide to do nothing in times of war, oppression and occupation. They choose a life amidst the ruins of their past. Even when this choice leads to loneliness: living a dream, not a reality. Alone, between the graves of their loved ones, they spend their last days. They have frozen their lives by protecting themselves from the outside world.

Director: Masha Novikova
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 79 min
Release Date:

Screenplay

Cinematography: Vladas Naudžius
Editing: Patrick Minks
Production: Zeppers
Country: Spain, Lithuania, Netherlands, Russia
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Masha Novikova
More Films in Genre: Documentary

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sweet Smoke of the Fatherland about?
This film is a triptych with three stories, involving three characters. They live in different parts of Europe: Western Europe -Catalonia (Spain); Eastern Europe -Lithuania; and in the new Europe -Georgia (Akhazia). They have experienced, in different parts of the 20Th century, civil wars and dictatorships. They share the same fate: they stayed where they were born. This film is about people who decide to do nothing in times of war, oppression and occupation. They choose a life amidst the ruins of their past. Even when this choice leads to loneliness: living a dream, not a reality. Alone, between the graves of their loved ones, they spend their last days. They have frozen their lives by protecting themselves from the outside world.
Who directed Sweet Smoke of the Fatherland?
Sweet Smoke of the Fatherland was directed by Masha Novikova.
How long is Sweet Smoke of the Fatherland?
Sweet Smoke of the Fatherland has a runtime of 1h 19m (79 minutes).
What genre is Sweet Smoke of the Fatherland?
Sweet Smoke of the Fatherland is a Documentary film.
Where was Sweet Smoke of the Fatherland produced?
Sweet Smoke of the Fatherland was produced in Spain, Lithuania, Netherlands, Russia.