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Looking for a Guard
A film about the former village of Crasna Putnei, located near Vicovu de Sus, Suceava County. The figuration was made by the villagers from Crasna, with the beautiful traditional Romanian costumes from Bucovina.
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Plot Summary
This short documentary explores the lives and roles of guards within a specific institution or setting. It offers a glimpse into their daily routines, responsibilities, and the environments they operate in. The film aims to provide an observational perspective on a profession that is often overlooked. The focus is on the human element within the security of the establishment.
Critical Reception
As a short documentary from 1968, 'Looking for a Guard' is not widely reviewed in major critical publications. Information on its reception is scarce, and it is generally considered a niche film within documentary circles, appreciated for its observational style and focus on everyday work.
What Reviewers Say
Offers a rare, unvarnished look at the lives of guards.
Appreciated for its direct, observational approach.
A small but potentially insightful piece on overlooked professions.
Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews for this documentary is not readily available.
Fun Fact
The film's director, Ira H. Cohen, was known for his experimental and avant-garde filmmaking, making this more observational documentary a departure from some of his other works.
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