In Bloom + My Happy Family (Blu-ray)

In this standard edition release (no slipcover), we delve into the life of Manana, a literature teacher entrenched in the familial and societal norms of Tbilisi, Georgia. Having spent 25 years in a marriage that placed her amidst her husband, parents, adult children, and son-in-law within the confines of a three-bedroom apartment, Manana reaches a pivotal moment on her 52nd birthday. Against the expectations of her family, she declares her intention to leave, a decision that leaves her relatives bewildered and questioning. Despite having a husband deemed respectable by societal standards and being at an age where such drastic changes are uncommon, Manana follows through with her resolve. In an act of defiance against the patriarchal constraints of Georgian society, she relocates to a modest apartment, seeking autonomy and a new chapter in her life.

Set against the backdrop of early '90s Tbilisi, amidst the turbulence of Georgia's transition post-Soviet Union dissolution, the narrative also touches on the lives of Eka and Natia. These fourteen-year-old friends navigate the complexities of adolescence, confronting the realities of male dominance, early marriages, and the fickleness of love. Despite the societal upheavals, including the violence in Abkhazia and rampant vigilante justice, Eka and Natia's journey represents the resilience and continuity of life through the eyes of youth. Accompanying this release are bonus features including the trailer for "IN BLOOM" and a selection of other trailers from Big World Pictures, offering a glimpse into the diverse storytelling that the studio champions.