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Deep Dive: Ramin (2011)

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Ramin
Ramin is a documentary film directed by Audrius Stonys, focusing on the life of Georgian wrestler Ramin Lomsadze. The film captures Lomsadze's remarkable achievement of winning seven matches in just 55 seconds, showcasing his skills and dedication to the sport of wrestling. Through a combination of interviews and footage, the film presents a portrait of a champion and the world of competitive wrestling. The film was produced in 2011 and has a runtime of 58 minutes. It represents Lithuania as a submission for the Best Foreign Language Oscar at the 85th Academy Awards, although it did not make the final shortlist. The production involved collaboration between Lithuania, Latvia, and Georgia, reflecting a blend of cultural influences in its storytelling.

Why Watch

  • •Meet champion wrestler Ramin Lomsadze.
  • •See Ramin's incredible 55-second match wins.
  • •Follow the journey of Lithuanian cinema at the Oscars.

Did You Know

•Ramin Lomsadze won seven matches in just 55 seconds.
•The film was released in 2011 and directed by Audrius Stonys.
•Ramin was Lithuania's entry for the Best Foreign Language Oscar in 2013.

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Wrestling fansDocumentary enthusiastsLithuanian cinema