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What happens when two western couples travel to a remote orphanage in a small Russian town? What does adoption do to the lives of two older girls, and what complications lurk beneath the surface? "From Russia, For Love" begins as an adoption odyssey - but grows into a story of human compassion, generosity and the power of family love. Producer/Director: Julia Ivanova. Produced by Interfilm Productions Inc. in association with the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation. 53 minutes, Color, English View first 10 minutes of film here |
“…deeply moving documentary” – Ken Eisner, Georgia Straight When a nine-year-old OLGA is adopted from a small Russian orphanage, she must leave her beloved older brother behind, with little chance of ever seeing him again. LERA, 7, is torn by the loyalty to her birth mother and conflicting feelings toward her new North American family. We are witness to the girls' laughter and tears as well as the despair and the miracles which will change their young lives forever. Shot over 3 years, From Russia, For Love follows the story of older Russian children who are adopted by North American families. We examine their memories, losses, attachments and wounds as the process unfolds. Rather than intrude, the camera merely records - capturing moments of both tenderness and confusion, tension and compassion. Documentary filmmaker Julia Ivanova, an adoption coordinator herself, is allowed unprecedented access to Russia's orphanage system, the children's lives, and intimate moments with the new families. The film is full of unexpected twists, as it follows Olga and Lera on their emotional journey. From Russia, For Love begins as an adoption odyssey - but grows into a story of human compassion, generosity and the power of family love. This documentary has been broadcast in over 26 countries with much acclaim and public interest. According to Michelle Paris from the Canadian educational broadcaster The Knowledge Network “The audience numbers for your doc were twice what the timeslot normally performs, so I am very pleased and you should be very proud. Congratulations!” AVAILABLE FOR EDUCATIONAL SALE: Transit Media Call toll free to order. (800) 343-5540 Fax: (845) 774-2945 PRICING:
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