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Liechtenstein1 Essential Film from LiechtensteinStop 1 of 1

Children of the Mountains

Kinder der Berge

1958

In a mountain village, a poor road worker and his hardworking wife struggle to make ends meet amid the gossip and prejudices of their neighbors. A modest Alpine drama, rare for being set in tiny Liechtenstein.

Why it’s here

Liechtenstein’s only domestically produced feature is a restored national landmark, filmed throughout the country and rooted in a local legend.

Part of 1 Essential Film from Liechtenstein

This film is stop 1 of 1 in the hand-ranked native-cinema route through Liechtenstein. See the complete ranking or read the selection methodology.

Watching this film stamps Liechtenstein in the 196 country film challenge.