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The Chronicles of Melanie

2016Movie2 h 4 min

DramaHistory
64
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb7.3

A deeply moving, profoundly sad drama movie about history and a real life story, with standout performances and world-building.

Good for friends night · thought-provoking · adults

Skip it if you want something to laugh at

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Story

The 14th of June 1941, Soviet-occupied Latvia. Without warning, the authorities break into the house of Melanie and her husband Alexander, and force them to leave everything behind. Together with more than 15 000 Latvians, Melanie and her son get deported to Siberia. In her fight against cold, famine and cruelty, she only gains new strength through the letters she writes to Alexander, full of hope for a free Latvia and a better tomorrow.

Feels like

  • Historical Drama
  • Soviet Deportation Narrative
  • Biographical Tragedy
  • Endurance & Resilience
  • Epistolary Storytelling
  • Baltic History
  • Emotionally Devastating
  • Visually Immersive Period Piece
  • Somber & Reflective

Cast

11 of 11

Crew

Directed by
Viesturs Kairišs
Written by
Viesturs Kairišs
Produced by
Inese Boka-Grūbe, Gints Grūbe
Music by
Aleksandrs Vaicahovskis, Arturs Maskats, Kārlis Auzāns

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Facts

November 1, 2016 · 2 h 4 min · Violence, Disturbing Imagery

Released
November 1, 2016
Runtime
2 h 4 min
Content
Violence, Disturbing Imagery
Genres
Drama, History
Original language
Latvian
Also spoken
Russian, German
Made in
Latvia, Finland, Czechia
Budget
$800,000
Available in
2 countries

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5 questions, like "Where can I stream The Chronicles of Melanie?"

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Where can I stream The Chronicles of Melanie?

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In the United States, The Chronicles of Melanie is free with ads on The Roku, Hoopla, Fawesome, and Xumo Play. It also streams in 1 other country.

Is The Chronicles of Melanie worth watching?

64
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 64 (IMDb 7.3).

Is The Chronicles of Melanie 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 The Chronicles of Melanie good for date night?

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It suits a quiet night in as a couple: romance is 6 of 10, but the viewing guide doesn't list it for date night.

Is The Chronicles of Melanie in English?

LatvianRussianGerman

No, it was made in Latvian, with some Russian and German.