The Monument (2004)
Viesturs Kairišs’ 2004 documentary The Monument investigates the interpretation of Riga’s Soviet Second World War memorial in the post-Soviet era. The "Victory Monument" was established by the Soviets to celebrate freeing Latvia from Nazi Germany. However, for Latvians, this didn't mean "freedom", it meant the beginning of another occupation of their country - this time, by Soviet Union.
Director: Viesturs Kairišs
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 26 min
Release Date: November 11, 2004
Screenplay
Music: Valts Pūce
Cinematography: Gints Bērziņš
Editing: Richard Krause
Production: Kaupo Filma, Look Films, ARTE
Country: Latvia
Language: Pусский
Original Language: lv
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Monument about?
- Viesturs Kairišs’ 2004 documentary The Monument investigates the interpretation of Riga’s Soviet Second World War memorial in the post-Soviet era. The "Victory Monument" was established by the Soviets to celebrate freeing Latvia from Nazi Germany. However, for Latvians, this didn't mean "freedom", it meant the beginning of another occupation of their country - this time, by Soviet Union.
- Who directed The Monument?
- The Monument was directed by Viesturs Kairišs.
- How long is The Monument?
- The Monument has a runtime of 26m (26 minutes).
- What genre is The Monument?
- The Monument is a Documentary film.
- Where was The Monument produced?
- The Monument was produced in Latvia.