During the film’s opening days and special screenings in Latvian cinemas – many of which were sold out – it had already been seen by 22,817 viewers – the best opening for a domestic film in recent years. The film’s first week was also marked by a particularly positive audience response, with viewers sharing their impressions and praising what they had seen.

The last time a film attracted more viewers in its opening weekend was the historical drama Blizzard of Souls in 201...