The Cranes Are Flying
“The compelling story of a girl's impassioned search for happiness.”
DramaRomanceWar
Veronika and Boris come together in Moscow shortly before World War II. Walking along the river, they watch cranes fly overhead, and promise to rendezvous before Boris leaves to fight. Boris misses the meeting and is off to the front lines, while Veronika waits patiently, sending letters faithfully. After her house is bombed, Veronika moves in with Boris' family, into the company of a cousin with his own intentions.
VIBE
A sweeping, operatic romance set against the backdrop of war. It's a visually stunning, emotionally devastating portrayal of love tested by separation and societal pressures. Expect a deeply felt, melancholic experience that lingers long after the credits roll.
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