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California Dreamin'

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Original title

California Dreamin' (Nesfarsit)

Year

2007

Running time

155 min.

Country

Romania

Director

Cristian Nemescu

Screenwriter

Cristian Nemescu, Catherine Linstrum, Tudor Voican

Cast

Cinematography

Liviu Marghidan

Producer

Media Pro Pictures, Temple Film

Genre

Comedy. Drama. War | Based on a true story

Synopsis

In 1999, during the Kosovo War,a train carrying NATO equipment, escorted by American Marines with Captain Doug Jones in command, is held back in Capalnita, a Romanian godforsaken village, by Doiaru, the station master, who blocks the train over a paperwork technicality. For five days the villagers try to take advantage of the Americans' unexpected presence. The mayor, for instance, organizes a celebration in their honor. On the other hand, sergeant David McLaren, Jones's second in command, falls in love with Monica, the crafty's station master's daughter, who dreams of a better world... And what about the Marines' initial mission?

Awards: 2007: Cannes: Best Film (Section "Un Certain Regard")

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California Dreamin'

2007

Cristian Nemescu

6.8

(302)