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201234 minPGdocumentary

Snow Crazy

201234 minPGdocumentary

Latvia's flat landscapes have been transformed into ski slopes, reflecting the blend of traditional practices and contemporary leisure activities.

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Laila Pakalnina

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Latvia's flat landscapes have been transformed into ski slopes, reflecting the blend of traditional practices and contemporary leisure activities.

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Laila Pakalnina

Laila Pakalninadirector

Laila Pakalnina

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High on a mountain, a Latvian folksong begins with the line "I was singing out." The irony lies in Latvia's flat geography, which lacks mountains. Instead, the film "Snow Crazy" connects this cultural reference to the country's skiing culture. It examines how Latvians create their own snowy peaks, transforming molehills into ski slopes. Through this lens, the documentary reflects on the relationship between tradition and modern leisure activities in Latvia.

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