Watch D'ORA: The Romanian Immigrant [English Version]

D'ORA: The Romanian Immigrant is a 2014 drama film directed by the Romanian-born filmmaker, Flavia Coste. The movie tells the story of D'ora, a young Romanian woman who dreams of a better life in America. The film begins with D'ora (Delia Antal) living with her mother and sister in a small village in Romania. Her mother is a seamstress, and D'ora helps her with the job. However, D'ora wants more from life. She believes that America is the land of opportunities and sets her sights on it.

Though her mother and sister are against the idea, D'ora decides to leave Romania and start a new life in America. She takes a plane to New York City, but as a Romanian immigrant, she finds it challenging to find work despite her qualifications.

D'ora finds affordable housing and works several jobs to make ends meet but it barely pays her bills. Her dream of a successful life in America slowly fades away.

One day, D'ora meets Julian (Julian Byrd), an American filmmaker who offers her a role in his movie. Despite her lack of experience, Julian is convinced that D'ora is the perfect fit for the part. While working on the project, the two develop a bond.

At the same time, D'ora also meets Mihai (Mihai Arsene), another Romanian immigrant, who tries to help her but has some secrets of his own. As D'ora's life slowly starts to shape up, she learns that sometimes the biggest opportunities come from unexpected places.

Throughout the film, Coste uses D'ora's story to explore themes such as the immigrant experience, cultural differences, and the pursuit of the American dream. However, the story is never forced or preachy, instead, it unfolds naturally, allowing the audience to connect with the characters and the narrative.

Apart from its themes, D'ORA: The Romanian Immigrant features an outstanding cast of actors who breathe life into their respective roles. Delia Antal shines as D'ora, conveying the character's emotions and reflecting her inner struggles. Julian Byrd is equally remarkable as the charismatic filmmaker Julian, and Mihai Arsene gives a nuanced performance as Mihai.

The movie also showcases the beauty of New York City and Romania, with stunning cinematography by Lucian Iordache and Gianluca Laudoni.

Overall, D'ORA: The Romanian Immigrant is a thoughtful and introspective movie that tackles complex themes with sensitivity and insight. It is a must-watch for anyone interested in immigrant stories and the pursuit of the American dream. The film shows that while the journey towards achieving one's dreams might be long and arduous, it is never impossible.

D'ORA: The Romanian Immigrant [English Version] is a 2015 adventure movie with a runtime of 1 hour and 33 minutes. It has received moderate reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 5.2.