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The film features three speakers from Latvia discussing language and dialect. They represent two dialects, while the most common middle dialect, spoken in Riga and central Latvia, is not included in the film. The speakers include a farmer, a schoolteacher, and an ostrich herder, who share their perspectives on the differences among Latvian speakers.
In intimate settings, the speakers talk about their experiences with language policy and how it affects their lives. Their conversations provide insight into the cultural significance of language in Latvia and the personal stories behind their dialects.
Why Watch
- •Meet a farmer discussing language differences.
- •See a schoolteacher's views on language policy.
- •Follow an ostrich herder's unique dialect story.
Did You Know
•The film features three speakers representing two Latvian dialects.
•The most common middle dialect is not featured in the film.
•The film includes a farmer, a schoolteacher, and an ostrich herder.
Perfect For
Latvian cultureLanguage enthusiastsDialect studies