For the post-war generation in Latvia, the dream of the “good old days” became a significant part of the process of regaining independence. The dream of restoring the countryside to the way it was during the first independence is only now seen by most as naïve and unreal. Six episodes that reflect the historical development in the nation parallel to the fate of the director’s mother are used to explore the effects of political order on everyday lives. Though she is now leaving the countryside, the process of moving her life provides a visual stimulus for memories.
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Ilze Burkovska-Jacobsen Director · Trond Jacobsen Cinematographer Viktors Grībermans Cinematographer
First release January 1, 2008 · Produced in Latvia · Production Bivrost Film & TV
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Ego Media
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Bivrost Film & TV
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Original title
Bekons, sviests un mana mamma
Original language
Latvian
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Latvian
Release dates
Norway · January 1, 2008
Latvia · October 15, 2008
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March 1, 2009 · Thessaloniki Documentary Festival
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