Big Sonia (2017): cast, story & where to watch
2017 · Film · ★ 8.5
Released in 2017, Big Sonia is a documentary film directed by Leah Warshawski, running about 93 minutes.
What it’s about. In the last store in a defunct shopping mall, 91-year-old Sonia Warshawski – great-grandmother, businesswoman, and Holocaust survivor – runs the tailor shop she’s owned for more than 30 years. But when she’s served an eviction notice, the specter of retirement prompts Sonia to resist her harrowing past as a refugee and witness to genocide.
Who’s in it. Big Sonia stars Sonia Warshawski as Herself.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.5/10, Big Sonia sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Big Sonia page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Big Sonia (2017)?
- In US, Big Sonia is available to rent or buy from Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Big Sonia worth watching?
- Big Sonia holds an audience score of 8.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Big Sonia?
- Big Sonia stars Sonia Warshawski.
- When was Big Sonia released?
- Big Sonia was released in 2017, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.