De ce ma cheama Nora, cand cerul meu e senin

Nora Iuga, a vibrant contributor to Romanian culture, is the focus of Carla Teaha's documentary, which parallels Iris (2014) in its exploration of a nonagenarian artist's life. The film, akin to a heartfelt tribute, showcases Iuga's journey through diverse historical contexts and her unique, intimate authenticity. It portrays a solitary figure, weaving a narrative of historical homogenization around Nora's distinctiveness, despite occasionally lacking context on her literary significance during different eras.

The documentary's narrative unfolds through a road trip to the Frankfurt Buchmesse, revealing Nora as a multifaceted individual, not just an artist. This journey, though modest in its climax, authentically portrays Nora's human complexities, from the challenges of old age to her youthful vitality. The film, while giving life to Nora's poetic work, doesn't dwell too much on identifying why new generations relate to her writing.

Despite its occasional narrative and contextual shortcomings, the documentary beautifully introduces Nora Iuga and her unique worldview. It intertwines with her ongoing life story, becoming a part of it, and is a work of affection, likely to appeal to a broader audience beyond literary circles.