Romeo n' Juliet

About This Movie

So, 'Romeo n' Juliet' from 2015 is a modern take on the classic tale, but set in Latvia. It’s got this raw vibe, you know? Juliet, a Latvian girl, is kind of stuck in her mundane life in Jūrmala, waiting for a chance to escape to England. Then enters Romeo, a Russian guy who's also looking for something more. The pacing feels a bit languid at times, which suits the atmosphere of longing and restlessness. The performances are quite earnest, capturing the youthful passion and confusion. It’s distinct in how it tackles themes of love across cultural divides, all while feeling very much like a film of its time, with a fresh but still familiar approach to the story.

Modern interpretation of classic themesDistinctive cultural setting in LatviaEarnest performances capture youthful passion