Summaries

In the oppressive 1980s communist Romania, the smuggled VHS tapes of banned Hollywood films become an inspirational ray of hope. A hybrid feature about the magic of film and the power it has to change lives.

In 1980s Romania, thousands of Western films smashed through the Iron Curtain opening a window into the free world for those who dared to look. A black market VHS racketeer and a courageous female translator brought the magic of film to the masses and sowed the seeds of a revolution.

In 1980s Romania, thousands of Western films smashed through the Iron Curtain opening a window into the free world for those who dared to look. A black-market VHS racketeer and a courageous female translator brought the magic of film to the people and sparked a revolution.

Details

Keywords
  • black market
  • videotape
  • cinephile
  • videocassette recorder
  • ceausescu regime
Genres
  • Thriller
  • Comedy
  • History
  • Documentary
Release date Nov 11, 2015
Motion Picture Rating (MPA) Not Rated
Countries of origin United States United Kingdom Romania
Official sites Official site
Language Romanian
Filming locations Romania
Production companies Passion Pictures Impact Partners Vernon Films

Box office

Budget $850000

Tech specs

Runtime 1h 18m
Color Color
Aspect ratio 2.35 : 1

Synopsis

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