Nine Days and One Morning
Nine Days and One Morning

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Nine Days and One Morning

2014
Movie
85 min
Russian

A story of adoption told without glamour and hypocrisy that usually accompanies this topic.Anna is a top model, who was adopted by a French couple as a child. She returns to her hometown with a charity mission from France.A story of an orphan turned princess becomes a legend in her native provincial town. Anna gets treated like royal person and everyone expects miracles from herAnna is confused and cannot understand what all these people want from her. She is used to a calm and logical western lifestyle. Her home is France, in Russia she is a guest. Horrified, she watches her photographer boyfriend Michelle, admire incomprehensible Russian mentality

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IMDb7.0/10
Director: Alexander VoulgarisGenres: Documentary, History

Plot Summary

This documentary explores the impact of the Great Depression on a Greek-American community in Tarpon Springs, Florida. It delves into the struggles and resilience of individuals and families who navigated this challenging economic period. The film showcases archival footage and personal testimonies to paint a vivid picture of life during this era.

Critical Reception

The film received positive attention for its historical significance and personal storytelling, highlighting a specific immigrant experience during a pivotal time in American history. It was noted for its earnest portrayal of community resilience.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its poignant look at community resilience during hardship.

  • Appreciated for its focus on the Greek-American immigrant experience.

  • Cited as an important historical document of a specific American community.

Google audience: Audience reviews are not widely available for this documentary, but general sentiment from historical and niche film sites indicates an appreciation for its authentic portrayal of a challenging historical period.

Fun Fact

The documentary draws heavily on oral histories and archival materials collected from the Greek-American community in Tarpon Springs, aiming to preserve their unique story.

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