Tangerines

Set against the backdrop of the 1992-1993 war in Abkhazia, this poignant drama follows an elderly Estonian farmer, Ivo, who finds himself in a moral quandary when he takes in two wounded soldiers from opposing sides. As they recover in his home, tensions rise, and the futility of conflict is laid bare. Directed by Zaza Urushadze, the film is a powerful exploration of humanity amidst chaos and was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film. The performances, particularly by Lembit Ulfsak, are deeply moving. For those interested, the film can be viewed for free on Soap2day.