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Wine Working
It is the summer of 1968 and also in South Moravian Pálavice appear political clashes. The so far peacefully farming Unified farmers' cooperative starts splitting. Some of the farmers have found the cooperative called Vidrupa and want to deal with wine in private trade. Michal Janák, chairman of the farmers' cooperative is a deliberate man and refuses the latent return to the capitalism. As an excellent farmer he continues preparing planting out new vineyards. His adversaries do not agree - the returns will come many years later. Jozka Hrdlicka, an émigré, notices on the Austrian TV the interview with the representatives of Vidrupa and decides to visit his native village. The new suit and the hired car transform the bankrupt and criminal to the successful businessman with wine.
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Plot Summary
This short documentary explores the intricate process of winemaking, from the vineyard to the bottle. It offers a glimpse into the labor and dedication involved in cultivating grapes and transforming them into wine. The film highlights the traditional methods and the passion of those who work the land.
Critical Reception
As a short documentary from 1976 with limited distribution, 'Wine Working' did not receive widespread critical reviews. Its primary value lies in its historical documentation of winemaking practices of the era.
What Reviewers Say
Provides a valuable, if brief, look at historical winemaking.
A simple, informative portrayal of an agricultural craft.
Lacks in-depth analysis but serves as a visual record.
Google audience: Information regarding Google user reviews for this specific film is not available due to its niche and historical nature.
Fun Fact
The film likely showcases specific regional winemaking techniques prevalent in the mid-1970s, offering a snapshot of agricultural practices from that period.
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