Maine-Ocean Express
Maine-Ocean Express

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Maine-Ocean Express

1986
Movie
136 min
French

"Maine-Ocean" is the name of a train that rides from Paris to Saint-Nazaire (near the ocean). In that train, Dejanira, a Brazilian, has a brush with the two ticket inspectors. Mimi, another traveler and also a lawyer, helps her. The four of them will meet together later and live a few shifted adventures with a strange-speaking sailor (Mimi's client).

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Director: UnknownGenres: Documentary, Family

Plot Summary

This documentary follows the historic Maine-Ocean Express, a passenger train that operated along the coast of Maine. It showcases the scenic routes, the experience of train travel in the mid-20th century, and the unique charm of the coastal towns it served. The film offers a nostalgic look at a bygone era of rail transportation. Viewers are treated to archival footage and likely contemporary filming of the train's journey.

Critical Reception

Information on critical reception for "Maine-Ocean Express (1986)" is scarce as it was a less widely distributed documentary. However, given its subject matter and target audience, it likely received positive remarks for its nostalgic portrayal of Maine's coastal scenery and train travel.

What Reviewers Say

  • A charming historical look at a significant mode of transport.

  • Highlights the beautiful coastal scenery of Maine.

  • Appeals to those with an interest in trains and regional history.

Google audience: Audience reviews are not readily available for this particular documentary, suggesting a niche appeal primarily among local history enthusiasts and railway aficionados.

Fun Fact

The Maine-Ocean Express, also known as the 'Flying Yankee', was a famous train that ran between Boston and Bangor, Maine, offering luxurious service along the scenic coastline.

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