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'8 Views of Lake Biwa' Review: Estonia's Oscar Entry Is an Otherworldy Venture

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Estonia's Oscar entry '8 Views of Lake Biwa' is an otherworldly, visually stunning portrait of a religious fishing community on the shores of the mystical Lake Peipsi.
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  • Director Marko Raat's film features a breathtaking scene of white cherry blossoms falling from the sky as a tragedy is about to unfold, creating a dreamlike, almost supernatural atmosphere.
  • The movie explores the unique religious practices and traditions of the fishing community, offering a rare, intimate glimpse into a world rarely seen on the silver screen.
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Marko Raat, '8 Views of Lake Biwa'
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