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Unifying faith

Original title: Ühendav usk

2013 | Documentary | Director: Elo Selirand
Men at Arms

Original title: Malev

2005 | Feature film, Full length feature | Director: Kaaren Kaer

The comedy directed by Kaaren Kaer and produced by Õ-Fraktsioon tells the story about the role of Estonians in European politics in 13th century through a witty parody about the cliches of historical films and the myths concerning the war of Estonian independence.

Estonia and Livonia at the beginning of 13th century. German Order has come to conquer and baptize local people living in harmony with nature. Uru, a young man with Estonian roots, has been taken as a prisoner to Europe where he acquires education. He is looking for balance between staying an Estonian and becoming an European. Behind Uru's inner conflict are complicated international intrigues and crazy adventures; the future of his homeland depends on him. Uru together with his friend Tugis fight with Hippolyt, the cruel Vogt of Jurmala. Also, Uru must win the love of his loved one, Ilge. ...
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Taarausulised Viru - Nigulas

Eesti Kroonika nr 6, 4/4

1991 | Newsreels, Newsreel 1940 II half-1991 | Director: Peeter Tooming
Videoringvaade "Eestimaa", mai 1991

1991 | Newsreels, Newsreel 1940 II half-1991 | Director:
Taarausulised annavad Jüriöö vande

1936 | Newsreel 1912-1940 I half, Newsreels | Director:
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Shadows of the Past

Original title: Mineviku varjud

1924 | Feature film, Full length feature | Director: Valter Palm, A. Nugis

This national romantic drama filmed by Konstantin Märska tells the story of the life of ancient Estonians and the way they fought against the knights of Livonian Order. This was the first Estonian colorized full-length silent film that was entirely shot in nature.

The Livonian Order has conquered Estonia and country people try hard protecting their freedom. Uno, a brave man, escapes from imprisonment and goes back to his fellow tribesmen. Encouraged by his parents and a wise man, Kaljo has just become a young leader, when people are being attacked by the Brothers of the Sword. Kaljo's loved one Laine and Uno become victims of the enemy. Virve, Kaljo's sister, sneaks in and liberates Uno who will join the resistance fighters facing the battle of life and death.
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