Overview
The incredible life story of a Soviet soldier of Tatar descent who was captured by the Nazis during WWII. Today, his daughter Sana is tracing the path of her silent father, trying to understand what made him the man she knew as a child, through his diaries, as well as various personal and public archives and registries. As she accompanies Sana in her journey, filmmaker Aliona van der Horst excavates film archives, to find traces of those millions of Soviet soldiers who were caught in the crossfire of fighting between dictators, who were there but were easily left out of the narrative of the global war.
Frequently Asked Questions & Story Details
Who directed Turn Your Body to the Sun?
Turn Your Body to the Sun was directed by Aliona van der Horst.
Where was Turn Your Body to the Sun produced?
It was produced by companies including Docmakers in Netherlands.
Turn Your Body to the Sun Ending Explained & Trivia
The ending of Turn Your Body to the Sun wraps up key thematic points regarding its characters. The film showcases excellent use of sound design, writing, and visual effects to create an immersive cinematic environment. For full analysis of ending theories, you can check out our corresponding articles in the Lumaflicks Blog section.
