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The Winds of the Milky Way (1978)

7.519780h 54mET
Documentary

Directed by Lennart Meri

Rating

7.5/10

Runtime

0h 54m

Language

ET

Release

February 4, 1978

Director

Lennart Meri

Overview

Sequel to the "The Waterfowl People". The author interprets the kinship, linguistic and cultural relationships of the Finno-Ugric peoples. Finns, Vepsians, Votes, Setos, Erzya-Mordvinians, Mansi, Hungarians, Sami, Nganasans, and Estonians appear in the film. The film was shot in 1977 on location in...

Cast

Mikk Mikiver

Mikk Mikiver

Narrator (voice)

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Winds of the Milky Way (1978), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Sequel to the "The Waterfowl People". The author interprets the kinship, linguistic and cultural relationships of the Finno-Ugric peoples. Finns, Vepsians, Votes, Setos, Erzya-Mordvinians, Mansi, Hungarians, Sami, Nganasans, and Estonians appear in the film. The film was shot in 1977 on location in northern Finland, Sapmi, Vepsia, Votia, Mordovia, Khantia-Mansia, Hungary, the Taymyr Peninsula, the Setomaa region in Estonia, and on the Estonian islands of Saaremaa and Muhu. Footage was also shot in 1970 in the Nenets Okrug. The second documentary in Lennart Meri's "Encyclopaedia Cinematographica Gentium Fenno - Ugricarum" series.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Winds of the Milky Way. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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