Anna
- 2019
- 15m
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7.5/10
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Living in war-torn Eastern Ukraine Anna is an aging single mother who is desperate for a change. Lured by a radio advertisement, she goes to party with a group of American men who are tourin... Read allLiving in war-torn Eastern Ukraine Anna is an aging single mother who is desperate for a change. Lured by a radio advertisement, she goes to party with a group of American men who are touring the country, searching for love.Living in war-torn Eastern Ukraine Anna is an aging single mother who is desperate for a change. Lured by a radio advertisement, she goes to party with a group of American men who are touring the country, searching for love.
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A story about opportunity for a middle aged lady to change , in profound sense, her life. A promissing announce at radio, a great life , and the hope to make reality a reasonable dream. At the end, the profound frustrations. A film seductive for the high realism dose. And for the beautiful acting of Svetlana Barandich.
I love the movie alot, the originality that comes from using a language that is not English brings the poetic touch. The sub titles makes it easier to follow and understands what goes on. The main character Anna is brought about clearly and on time. The outgoing nature of Ann and her curiosity is also amazing. I also love the change of scenes. As someone who loves movies I want to say this one of the best movies I have ever watched. I want applaud the writer, and the entire cast for the amazing job done. Guys if you bored and need something to stir you up. Anna is a must watch my friends. Thanks champs.
Dekel Berenson direct with majesty this middle-age drama, with the sympathy of bringing together a different generations womans with the daily issues of age. He brings us a powerful regard on how society all around the globe are in a constant searching of avoiding loneliness. With a brilliant photography and with interesting use of lines and humor, the story gives us a simple, humane, kind and wonderful story!
Greetings again from the darkness. Loneliness in middle-age is recognizable regardless of citizenry, gender or geography. Writer-Director Dekel Berenson exposes this on screen as we watch Anna (Svetlana Alekseevna Barandich) slogging through another day at the butcher shop where she works. Anna then trudges home in the snow, stopping only to feed the stray dogs ... unnoticed by the leering young men catcalling other women.
Anna lives with her teenage daughter Alina (Anastasia Vyazovskaya), who has an active social life. A radio advertisement provides a ray of hope in the bleakness of Anna's existence, thanks to an organization that organizes parties so American men can meet Ukranian women. Anna is hopeful that her cooking and cleaning skills are enough to tempt one of these men.
Despite looking older than her 45 years, and having a figure so full it stands out in the lineup of other women at the party, Anna interacts with one redneck Texan over drinks. Her translator (Alina Chornogub) creates a humorous segment for viewers as her translations are, shall we say, a bit off. Anna soon discovers that middle-aged loneliness is tough to overcome, but being a protective mother becomes part of one's soul. The 15 minute film is in competition at this year's Cannes Film Festival, and it is excellent filmmaking.
Anna lives with her teenage daughter Alina (Anastasia Vyazovskaya), who has an active social life. A radio advertisement provides a ray of hope in the bleakness of Anna's existence, thanks to an organization that organizes parties so American men can meet Ukranian women. Anna is hopeful that her cooking and cleaning skills are enough to tempt one of these men.
Despite looking older than her 45 years, and having a figure so full it stands out in the lineup of other women at the party, Anna interacts with one redneck Texan over drinks. Her translator (Alina Chornogub) creates a humorous segment for viewers as her translations are, shall we say, a bit off. Anna soon discovers that middle-aged loneliness is tough to overcome, but being a protective mother becomes part of one's soul. The 15 minute film is in competition at this year's Cannes Film Festival, and it is excellent filmmaking.
Dekel Berenson's short film ANNA is perfect in every way! The cinematography, the editing, the writing, the pacing and, of course, the performance from Svetlana Barandich
as Anna is phenomenal. Director Dekel Berenson presents an unconventional love story which such subtle heart and character that audiences cannot look away! A brilliant film by an incredibly talented filmmaker - a MUST WATCH!
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