Question 1

What historical conflict provides the backdrop for Tangerines?

Accepted Answer

The film is set during the 1992 war in Abkhazia, where an Estonian man stays behind to harvest his tangerine crops amid the violence.

Question 2

Which actor playing a Chechen character is actually Georgian?

Accepted Answer

Giorgi Nakashidze, who plays the Chechen character Ahmed, is Georgian in real life.

Question 3

What notable distinction does Tangerines hold for Estonian cinema?

Accepted Answer

It was the first Estonian feature film to be nominated for an Academy Award.

Question 4

How quickly was the script for Tangerines written?

Accepted Answer

The script was written within just two weeks.

Question 5

Which major awards recognized Tangerines in 2015?

Accepted Answer

The film was recognized at both the Golden Globes and the Academy Awards in 2015.

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