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Release: April 19, 2016

$7.99

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Product Description Beautifully restored in HD and released in time for the 20th Anniversary of 1996 Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film! In the aftermath of WWII, strong-willed Antonia returns to her small hometown where she has inherited her mother's farm. Antonia, joined by her free-spirited artist daughter Danielle, ingratiate themselves with the town's tight-knit and eccentric community. As the years unfold, love and tragedy come to Antonia and Danielle and the pair foster a vibrant circle of strong, liberated women. Package includes: Collector's Booklet with film essay by top film writer, Thelma Adams; cast and crew credits; chapter breaks; stills. Bonus Content: Archival interview with director, Marleen Gorris. Review WINNER - Best Foreign Language Film - Academy Awards® WINNER - People's Choice Award - Toronto Int'l Film Festival WINNER - Audience Award and Best Screenplay - Chicago Int'l Film Festival WINNER - Best Director - Hamptons Film Festival WINNER - Best Director and Best Actress - Nederlands Film Festival NOMINATED - Best Film Not in the English Language - BAFTA Awards NOMINATED - Outstanding Release - GLAAD Media Awards OFFICIAL SELECTION - Toronto Int'l Film Festival OFFICIAL SELECTION - Dutch Oscar Film Festival OFFICIAL SELECTION - Women Make Waves Film Festival - --- This is the rare film that does actually succeed in suggesting the experience of a lifetime. --John Teegarden, Film.com Harsh and gentle, sensual and intellectual, wise-ass and heartfelt -- it's a full package. --Rob Gonsalves, eFilmCritic.com