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In The Land That Sings

In The Land That Sings

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Status

Released

Release Date

Nov 8, 2024

Runtime

2h 20m

Genres

Drama, History

Original Title

Zeme, kas dzied

Production Companies

Kopli Kinokompanii, K Films

Director

Māris Martinsons

Description

In 1873, brave men known as the New Latvians held the first-ever Latvian song festival under the watchful eye of oppressive censorship. This massive celebration, featuring 1,003 singers – both men and women – changed the course of the nation’s history. It stands as a unique example of non-violent resistance in the fight for freedom against imperialism, led by Latvia’s entrepreneurs, writers, publicists and ordinary villagers.