The Holy Land of Tyrol

A Napoleonic era period movie, not like an American pioneer drama.
Life in the 19th century was harsh for mountain farmers, that's what the newlywed bride of an "Herrgottschnitzer"
(Woodcarver of Religous Icons)has to learn. Coming from an affluent Doctor's family in Munich, trying to adjust to a remote Tyrolian Alm (Meadow) farm, this is also a humbling experience. In no uncertain terms, her mother in law tells her "You have to earn your food and keep. A deeply catholic and religious people, the rules and laws are archaic, and bitter to swallow, for the more worldly (modern civil rights) educated.
To make matters worse, Tyrol is occupied by Napoleon's army, with the zeal to force Tyrol into a more modern and enlighten age.
Often enforced by corrupt and violent officials, this message is infuriating the people. Our protagonist family does not remain untouched by the events, and the sons join Andreas Hofers Schuetzen Batallions (Rifle Batallions).
There is another movie, that portrait's the leader of the Tyrolian uprising (The...

Sensational Romantic War Drama
Was surprisingly blown away by this touching romantic war epic. What's so brilliant is that we get to stay at home with those who are left behind. We see their struggles and their devastation when loved ones return home fractured. Oh and ready...this was a student senior thesis film in Germany. Amazing what happens when the country supports the arts.

Epic Drama
I'm going to be honest, I wasn't sure about this one, because I tend to like more light-hearted films, but I really enjoyed this. It was such a beautifully shot film. Very moving. Interesting perspective from the women during war.

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