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We Are Going to America (1992)

We Are Going to America (1992)

Drama

A film about the American Dream.

Release Date: 1992, December 31
Directors: Efim Gribov
Countries: Russia
Production: Lenfilm, Lenfilm, Universal Films, Universal Films, Unirem, Unirem
Cast: Lyubov Rumyantseva, Dima Davydov, Baiba Kranats

Overview:

The familiar tale of an immigrant family's journey to America is turned into a magical mystery tour as seen through the eyes of 11-year old Motl. The boy's imagination spins wildly as he and his family--loaded down with all their worldly goods and their other-worldly "baggage"--make their way from the shtetl to America. Inspired by the paintings of Marc Chagall, director Efim Gribov interprets the workings of Motl's imagination via comic and grotesque figures, ghosts from the past, and a dreamy, surreal atmosphere. The film's tragi-comic tone and theme involving the American Dream make for an inspired viewing experience.