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In the absolutely moving new documentary Watermarks, seven women in their 80s return to the Vienna swimming pool of their youth.
80
The excellent film combines a wealth of archival material with the reminiscences of an unforgettable group of octogenarian women who were champion swimmers when Hitler annexed Austria in 1938.
80
A moving documentary that approaches the Holocaust from a fresh, intimate perspective.
75
Ultimately a moving, poignant tale about triumph in the face of the unthinkable.
By Debra Birnbaum
FULL REVIEW 75
Not a great movie, but contains fascinating historical material.
75
More than just a nostalgia trip.
70
Snappy, affecting documentary.
70
Though Zilberman's affection for the women leads to some indulgent digression, the doc's low-key tone (and lack of the stock, timpani-backed Nazi iconography) throws certain anecdotes into powerful relief.
70
Each woman is a terrific interview, and if the climactic vision of these still beautiful ladies gliding through the water doesn't bring a lump to your throat, you surely have no heart.
