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Once Upon a Time
The fairy tale plot about the old wife and husband without children in new realities. The old woman finds a baby in the cabbage and decides to take him home. She hurries back to her husband to show him the child. But sees him preparing for death.
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Plot Summary
In the midst of World War I, a Serbian soldier, Mihajlo, finds himself deeply infatuated with a nurse named Maria. Their budding romance is tragically interrupted by the ravages of war. Mihajlo is forced to confront the harsh realities of conflict and survival, while grappling with the profound emotions he feels for Maria. The story explores themes of love, loss, and the resilience of the human spirit against the backdrop of a brutal historical period.
Critical Reception
The film received a mixed to positive reception, with praise directed at its emotional depth and historical setting, though some critics found the pacing to be uneven. Audience reviews generally highlighted the poignant love story and the impactful portrayal of wartime struggles.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its touching portrayal of romance amidst war.
Noted for its effective evocation of the World War I atmosphere.
Some viewers found certain plot developments to be predictable.
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Fun Fact
The film aimed to capture the specific atmosphere and emotional toll of Serbian soldiers during World War I.
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