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Playful documentary introduces Estonian Christmas traditions, indoor games at the New Year's Eve and activities at the beginning of the new year. The filmmakers visit Siimu farm in Kinksi village, Lääne county, Estonia. Jaan Kreek, the farm owner; Adeele Laasi, the farm owner's wife, the traditional characters (Christmas goat and bears) of the New Year's Eve. Music group "Leigarid", conducted by Kristjan Torop and Kalev Järvela and the schoolchildren of Tallinn 36th Secondary School also take part in the performance.

Director: Vallo Kepp

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