A Song for Europe
A Song for Europe

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A Song for Europe

1985
Movie
100 min
English

Steven Dyer, an executive working for a giant multinational drugs company, decides to report his employer for breaches of Common Market trading regulations. One night in Basle, Switzerland, he leaves his home to post a letter, the start of a nightmare journey that leads to terrible consequences for his life, his career and for his wife and children.

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Director: Christopher SwannGenres: Documentary, Music

Plot Summary

This documentary explores the history and cultural impact of the Eurovision Song Contest, focusing on the period leading up to the 1985 competition. It features interviews with past participants, organizers, and music critics, delving into the complex relationship between music, national identity, and international politics as represented by the contest. The film also examines the evolving musical styles and production values over the decades.

Critical Reception

As a documentary focused on a specific cultural phenomenon, 'A Song for Europe' was primarily reviewed in the context of its subject matter, the Eurovision Song Contest. Reviews generally acknowledged its comprehensive overview of the contest's history and its insightful look at the behind-the-scenes machinations and cultural significance. It was seen as a well-researched and engaging piece for fans of the contest and those interested in European popular culture.

What Reviewers Say

  • Offers a thorough historical account of the Eurovision Song Contest.

  • Provides interesting insights into the cultural and political aspects of the competition.

  • Appeals to fans of the contest and students of popular European culture.

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Fun Fact

The documentary was released in the same year as the 30th Eurovision Song Contest, which was hosted in Gothenburg, Sweden, and won by Norway with the song 'La det swinge'.

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Andre Gonzales

Andre Gonzales

A movie about espionage. The movie is pretty boring. Every time I try to watch this moving I fall asleep. I don't think I actually watched the whole movie yet lol!