The Domino Effect Trailer ( Doc Fortnight 2015)

Documentary Fortnight (Feb 13 28, 2015): Abkhazia, where patriots fought a civil war to secede from Georgia, is a littleknown postSoviet area in stasis. Newly married sports minister Rafael endeavors to host the World Domino Championship to bring international attention to his homeland. Meanwhile, his young, pregnant Russian wife feels unwelcome and unsure of her childs future. The newlyweds romantic story provides a personal look into an area where larger political forces are at stake. Directed by Elwira Niewiera, Piotr Rosołowski. In Abkhaz, Russian; English subtitles. 76 min. Purchase tickets for a screening: