(2008)

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7/10
Very good but way too short
planktonrules16 April 2009
Warning: Spoilers
This short film is apparently a short story about a Canadian woman who is trapped in the Soviet sector of Germany at the end of WWII. Much of the film is about her desperation to get food for her family but there also is a scene late in the film where one of her neighbors is raped by a Russian soldier--something that was all too common during this period. Understandably, the Russians had little regard for the Germans and committed some horrible acts on the innocent civilians.

Artistically speaking, this is a very well made film--with excellent direction, acting and music. The entire package is professional and interesting. However, the film was way too short. Why this Canadian was there, what happened next and many other aspects of her story are left unanswered and the film is frustrating because you are dying to know what's next. Hopefully, this short can one day be expanded and at least some of these questions can be addressed.
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8/10
Leaves you wanting more!
laholloway30 August 2008
The director has you absorbed in the main character right away which draws you into the film. We are reminded of the casualties of war, not only those who lost their lives, but of those that have to live with the aftermath of the events.

The story is not a new one, but it furthers the resolve of today to create a world without war and tyranny. Not a lot of dialog which leaves the storytelling to the director. She did a great job of eluding to what happens without showing the obvious.

Powerful for being only 10 minutes long. I would like to see more from this director!
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