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Trivimi Vellisteʹs Press Conference (1)

Title in Estonian: Trivimi Velliste pressikonverents (1)

1988 | Amateur films, Newsreel | Director:

Press conference held by Trivimi Velliste in autumn 1988 in Canada. This video is the first part of the press conference.

Video in colour recorded by Edgar Väär that depicts the press conference held by Trivimi Velliste in autumn 1988 in Canada. After the short inroduction by Eda Sepp, Trivimi Velliste introduces a short overview about the events that had taken place in 1988, including the September plenum of the CC of the ECP; he also tells about the "Estonian Song" that was conducted at the Song Festival Ground, about the issue of citizenship, immigration, endangered Estonian language and culture, principles of granting the citizenship to the citizens of the Republic of Estonia and their descendants, about the ongoing stormy changes. He ...
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Festive Opening of the Chair of Estonian Studies in Toronto University (3)

Title in Estonian: Toronto ülikooli Eesti õppetooli avaaktus 3/4

1986 | Amateur films, Newsreel | Director:

The festive opening ceremony of the Chair of Estonian Studies at Toronto University held in the great hall of Estonian House in Toronto on October 4, 1986.

The ceremony continues with Tõnu Parming's speech "Intelligence and society".
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The Sounds of Kaleva

Original title: Kaleva hääled

1986 | Documentary | Director: Lennart Meri

Three-act documentary essay directed by Lennart Meri about memory and the historical cultural connections between the Finno-Ugric peoples.

The documentary is divided into three parts: the first part has been dedicated to ancient bearers of memory such as Karelian rock paintings, poetry of Kalevala, the Khanti bear funeral ceremony. Taking a tour in the past has been interwoven with mythical ancient history, yet drawing parallels with today's society. In the second part Lennart Meri tells about Finnish folklore collector Elias Lönnrot's trip to Estonia and his meetings with Estonian intellectuals in 1844. Interest towards Estonian language and friendship with Faehlmann hints at mutual influence in their work while compiling "Kalevala" and "Kalevipoeg". In the third part, the filmmakers ...
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ESTO - 1984. Esto Visioon, Song Celebration

Title in Estonian: ESTO - 1984. Esto Visioon, laulupidu

1984 | Amateur films, Newsreel | Director:

The closing event of 4th International Estonian Days held in Toronto in July 8-15, 1984 is the celebration of light "Esto Visioon" and song celebration.

4th ESTO Days take place in Toronto in July 8-15. On July 13, a celebration of light "Esto Visioon" is held where singers, folk dancers and gymnasts perform. The celebration takes place in the largest sports hall in Toronto - Maple Leaf Gardens. Participants' groups are lined up in the hall. The performance begins with the chanting by Elna Libe and Andres Raudsepp, a choir of Estonian singers performs. Folk dancers present a collection of folk dances, staged by Härnald Toomsalu and accompanied by an ensemble of folk instruments as well as the choir of Estonian National Theatre. Performance of ...
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ESTO - 1984. Opening and Procession

Title in Estonian: ESTO - 1984. Avamine, rongkäik

1984 | Amateur films, Newsreel | Director:

4th International Estonian Days take place in Canada on July 8-15, 1984.

4th International Estonian Days take place in Canada on July 8-15, 1984. The opening of the event at Ontario Place that is decorated with the national colours of Estonia on July 8th. Ontario Place is an artificial island built on Lake Ontario. Orchestra of the Estonian National Opera performs at the opening ceremony, conducted by Uno Kook. Estonian and Canadian national flags are carried to the arena, Canadian anthem is being played. The opening speech of the celebrations of ESTO 84 is held by Toomas Metsala, chairman of the General Committee of ESTO. Estonian national anthem is being sung. The ...
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Men

Title in Estonian: Mehed

1984 | Documentary | Director: Heini Drui

Estonian National Male Choir and its 40th year since founding the choir.

Documentary miniature about the biggest and the most well-known male art collective – the Estonian National Male Choir at its 40th anniversary since founding. Men are singing behind the scene a choral work "Epilogue of the Mahtra War" by René Eespere. Episodes between and with the music: children having an excursion in the museum of history where they get to know the history of Mahtra War; René Eespere and Kuno Areng having a conversation; the excursion guide introduces the men the sculpture "Mother Earth" in Russian; choir rehearsal and cutting the anniversary cake.
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ESTO 80 in Stockholm

Title in Estonian: ESTO 80 Stockholmis

1980 | Amateur films, Newsreel | Director:

Events of the Global Estonian Cultural Days (ESTO) held in Stockholm on July 8-9, 1980.

Events of the Global Estonian Cultural Days (ESTO) held in Stockholm on July 8-9, 1980. There is lots of national symbols of Estonia in the city; the black-blue-white Estonian national flags are waving in front of Stockholm city hall and near the house of parliament. Helga Nõu, Elin Toona and Ilona Laaman have arrived, posing with Estonian national costumes on. Female gymnasts, folk dancers and choirs perform in the indoor arena. Uppsala group is gathering: Heino Nõu, Joosep Nõu, Olev, Nõu, Raimo Raag among others. Procession going through Stockholm, Estonian national flags are waving. Ernst Jaakson has arrived. The slogans ...
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ESTO-80 in Sweden

Title in Estonian: ESTO 1980 Rootsis

1980 | Amateur films, Newsreel | Director:

Festivities of ESTO in Stockholm in 1980.

Events of the worldwide Estonian days (ESTO) held in Stockholm on June 6-13, 1980. Estonian symbols around the city; delegations of Estonians from Sweden together with German, Argentinian, Canadian and American expatriate Estonians delegations in ESTO procession. The slogans express insisting on freedom and independence for Estonia. The film has recorded festive speeches, various female gymnasts, folk dancers and choirs.
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8th Estonian Song Celebration in Sweden

Title in Estonian: VIII Eesti üldlaulupidu Rootsis

1977 | Amateur films, Newsreel | Director:

Concert of the 8th Estonian Song Celebration in Gothenburg, Sweden in 1977.

Choirs and folk dance groups are performing at the song celebration of expatriate Estonians held in Scandinavium sports hall in Gothenburg on May 21, 1977. The song celebration procession arrives at Scandinavium hall, the audience is respectfully standing. Next to the collectives of expatriate Estonians in Sweden also guests choirs perform: Swedish mixed choir "Lodola" from Gothenburg; mixed choir "Leelo" from Düsseldorf; Finnish National Choir (Kansalliskuoro); choirmaster Toivo Korhonen. Performance by mixed choirs. The opening speech is held by the chief manager of song celebration Andres Merelaid. Archbishop Konrad Veem is speaking. Concert, mixed choirs performing, women's and children's choirs. ...
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Children's Sports Day and Concert Church Service in Gothenburg

Title in Estonian: Laste spordipäev ja kontsertjumalateenistus Göteborgis

1977 | Amateur films, Newsreel | Director:

The children's sports day and concert church service held within the 8th expatriate song festival in Gothenburg, May 1977.

Monument of Gustav II Adolf in Gothenburg. Views of city: trams, alleys, a fountain, equestrian statue for Karl IX. Swedish advertisement of the song celebration of expatriate Estonians. Vasa Church, indoor hall of Scandinavium Arena, Rondo Theatre, Valhalla stadium where children's sports day takes place on May 19, 1977 that is part of the 8th general song celebration of expatriate Estonians. Running competition, taking a group photograph. Sack race, tug of war, circle games accompanied by the accordion play. Football game on Gamla Ullev sports ground. When the girls play, boys are encouraging them from the tribune. Sports games with ...
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