a review of 西部

Western is a very different kind of film. It's a documentary-style portrait of a group of German workers in Bulgaria, who gradually build up a bond with the local villagers. There's no real drama buildup or structured storyline in Western. It's more of an atmospheric mood impression, with a very authentic feel. I liked the atmosphere of rural Bulgaria in the film, which brought back sweet childhood memories of multiple travels through Bulgaria with my parents, on our way to Turkey.