Film Lens
Short Day presents life in an old folks’ home on the Latvian border, focusing on the experiences of residents like Vilnis, Imants, Alberts, and Elizabete. The film examines the generational shift that occurred after the Soviet Union's dissolution, contrasting the promises made to the elderly about their care in old age with the current reality they face.
The documentary captures the tension between acceptance of the present and nostalgia for the past. It reflects on how these individuals navigate their memories and regrets while adapting to a new set of rules in their twilight years.
Why Watch
- •Meet Vilnis and Imants as they share their life stories.
- •Find out how the Soviet Union shaped their expectations.
- •See the reality of life in a Latvian old folks’ home.
Did You Know
•The film features residents from an ordinary old folks’ home in Latvia.
•Vilnis, Imants, Alberts, and Elizabete are key figures in the documentary.
•The documentary runs for 26 minutes and was released in 2014.
Perfect For
Latvian cultureElderly careSoviet history