Hike '44
Originally released in 2019. Hike '44 is a documentary film. directed by Lauris Ābele. At just 26 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
“Hike '44" is a personal story by director Lauris Abele and cinematographer Marcis Abele about how to maintain humanity when the world falls apart. The protagonist of the film, Melita Abele (89), retraces her refugee path from 1944, when, at the age of 14, she had to leave her home at the beginning of winter. Asking strangers for shelter, spend nights in the woods until she found refuge and warm hearts. Through the use of animation, the viewer will be guided through Melita's memories on a journey through recent and present-day Latvia until a series of events brings Melita to what she has been trying to accomplish for 75 years.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 11, 2019
6 years ago
Runtime
0h 26m
26 minutes total
Language
LV
Original language
Country
Latvia
Production
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- LV
Production Companies
- Latvijas Televizija
- Tritone Studio
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hike '44 about?
“Hike '44" is a personal story by director Lauris Abele and cinematographer Marcis Abele about how to maintain humanity when the world falls apart. The protagonist of the film, Melita Abele (89),...
Who directed Hike '44?
Hike '44 was directed by Lauris Ābele.
How long is Hike '44?
Hike '44 has a runtime of 0 hours and 26 minutes (26 minutes total).
When was Hike '44 released?
Hike '44 was released on November 11, 2019 in theaters.