AFI European Union Film Showcase: KALEV - North American Premiere
Schedule
Sun Dec 11 2022 at 08:30 pm to 10:05 pm
Location
AFI Silver Theatre and Cultural Center | Silver Spring, MD
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AFI European Union Film Showcase presents: KALEV - North American Premiere2023 Oscar® Selection, Estonia
Summer, 1990. The collapse of the Soviet Union is imminent, but the USSR Premiere Basketball League is ready to begin a new championship season. With their country striving to regain its independence and societal support for the USSR waning, the Estonian national team, Kalev, must decide whether they want to participate in the competition or take a stand against the Soviet Union. Led by headstrong coach Jaak Salumets (Mait Malmsten) and the impassioned team captain, Aivar Kuusmaa (Reimo Sagor, TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT), Kalev goes against public opinion and laces up, hoping for a shot at the title. But a string of defeats and rising political tensions call the season into question. Do they have what it takes to rebound and become legends? Filmmaker Ove Musting makes his feature debut with this rousing and timely sports drama, based on a true story.
Estonia, 2022
In Estonian and Russian with English subtitles. NOT RATED
The 35th Annual AFI European Union Film Showcase runs from December 1-20. For the full lineup and to all-access passports passes visit: AFI.com/Silver/EUShowcase
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Where is it happening?
AFI Silver Theatre and Cultural Center, 8633 Colesville Rd, Silver Spring, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
