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Sand Snowman

2014Movie

100
MasterpieceGoodWatch score

A deeply moving, tense drama movie about history and family.

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

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Not for laughs, comfort or warmth.

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Story

Dreams into delusions, trust into betrayal, love into unknown destinations.

Sand Snowman is an original short film by writer and director Yeva-Genevieve Lavlinski. Based on a true events, Sand Snowman reveals the hopes and tragedies that arise from the abundance or lack of parental love. Catch a glimpse of the turmoil in the times of the end of the Soviet empire and the birth of the "New Russians."

Feels like

  • Soviet Era
  • Parental Love
  • Tragedy and Hope
  • Coming of Age
  • Social Turmoil
  • Historical Drama
  • Character-Driven
  • Emotional Resonance

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Facts

January 10, 2014 · Drama · English

Released
January 10, 2014
Genres
Drama
Original language
English
Also spoken
Russian
Budget
$45,000

Q&A

4 questions, like "Is Sand Snowman worth watching?"

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Is Sand Snowman worth watching?

100
MasterpieceGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 100.

Is Sand Snowman okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

Is Sand Snowman plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on pathos (9 of 10) and character depth (8 of 10) more than on its plot.

Is Sand Snowman good for date night?

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Yes: romance is 6 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.