Daina lives in the Latgale region of Eastern Latvia, two miles from the nearest road and close to the Russian border. Her home, lacking electricity and running water, has a collapsed roof. With her son in Norway and her daughter in Italy, Daina faces isolation. To combat her loneliness, she often visits her husband's grave, speaking to him as if he were still present. The film captures her daily struggles and reflects on the choices that shape her life.

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Meet Daina, a woman living in remote Latvia.
Find out how Daina copes with isolation.
See the challenges of living without basic amenities.

Did You Know

Daina lives just two miles from the nearest road in Latvia.
Her home lacks both electricity and running water.
Daina's son emigrated to Norway and her daughter to Italy.
The film has a duration of 58 minutes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where does Daina live in Latvia?

Daina resides in the remote Latgale region of Eastern Latvia, just two miles from the nearest road and near the Russian border.

What basic amenities are lacking in Daina's home?

Daina's home lacks basic amenities such as electricity and running water, and the roof has collapsed.

What are the names of Daina's children and where have they emigrated?

Daina's son has emigrated to Norway and her daughter to Italy.

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