Film Lens
The documentary 'Dream' focuses on Chrystalla, who reflects on her life while in her home in Cyprus. It examines her childhood, her successful beauty business in the 1970s, and the difficulties of her troubled marriage. The film presents a narrative filled with themes of loneliness, abandonment, and regret, as Chrystalla navigates her memories and the material aspects of her life.
Through cycles of reflection and contradiction, the film captures the fragility of memory and the sense of self that Chrystalla grapples with. It portrays her safe space as a backdrop for her introspection, revealing the complexities of womanhood and the impact of past experiences on her present life.
Why Watch
- •Meet Chrystalla, a senior citizen with a rich past.
- •Find out about 1970s beauty trends in Cyprus.
- •See how memory shapes identity and self-perception.
Did You Know
•Chrystalla ran a successful beauty business in Cyprus during the 1970s.
•The documentary has a runtime of 25 minutes.
•Loneliness and abandonment are key themes in Chrystalla's reflections.
Perfect For
Cyprus historyWomen’s storiesMemory and identity