The Singing Revolution Movie Review

The Singing Revolution tells the amazing story of how the small European nation of Estonia maintained its national identity through decades of occupation, and how its people never gave up on their dream of independence. Under oppressive Soviet rule, it was through a rich culture of national folk songs that Estonians united, and with patience, non-violent protest, and co-operation, conquered the Soviet Union and regained their freedom without bloodshed.

My grandparents escaped from Estonia at the onset of Soviet occupation. I recently had the privilege of reading my grandfather's memoirs about his childhood in a free Estonia, the events leading up to Estonia's occupation, his perilous journey to freedom, and finally building a new life with my grandmother and their young family in Canada. I know it would make him happy to see that this film has been released on a large scale spreading Estonia's story to the rest of the world.

This film is opening in more and more theaters around the country and around the world. Visit The Singing Revolution Website to find out when and where it's playing near you. The Atlanta opening was on Friday and it is only playing until this Thursday. Screenings are limited, so you'll have to act fast if you want to experience this inspirational piece of history.