Category: Drama

  • Ice 3

    Ice 3

    is a 2023 Russian movie directed by Yury Khmelnitsky. Nadya, a young and determined figure skater, follows her late mother’s dream of winning the Ice Cup. Yet her father, Gorin, haunted by past losses, fiercely opposes her skating career, determined to shield her from the challenges he fears most. Despite his wishes, Nadya sneaks off…

  • In Limbo

    In Limbo

    is a 2021 Russian crime drama film directed by Aleksandr Khant. Sixteen-year-olds Alexandra and Danila are swept into a whirlwind romance that demands more than just rebellion; it requires escape. Bound by a fierce desire to preserve their love and individuality, they leave behind their homes and enter a shadowed existence, navigating secrecy and survival.…

  • Seagull

    Seagull

    is a 2024 Russian comedy directed by Polina Lazareva. A cynical writer entangled in a love triangle. As he moves between two women—one devoted, the other more elusive—Valentin must ultimately make a choice. The film presents the emotional dynamics of his relationships and the consequences of his indecision, set in the backdrop of a large,…

  • Kicking Off

    Kicking Off

    is a 2013 Russian drama movie directed by Anton Bormatov. Based on true events, “Kicking Off” delves into the world of Russian soccer hooligans, a secretive and tight-knit group known as “the firm.” These violent fans, drawn from all walks of life—students, professionals, and mechanics—live a double life, bound by an unbreakable loyalty to their…

  • Yug

    Yug

    is a 2024 Russian series directed by Ivan Sosnin. 14-year-old Yug Kipen embarks on a life-changing journey across Russia to find the father he never knew. Raised by his grandmother after his mother’s death, Yug has always been quiet and sheltered, burdened by numerous phobias. But when he stumbles upon a stash of money from…

  • Intergirl

    Intergirl

    is a 1989 Soviet drama film, directed by Pyotr Todorovskiy. A hospital nurse becomes an “international girl”, a prostitute who caters to foreigners with hard currency.

  • Games 80

    Games 80

    is a 2024 Russian drama series directed by Evgeniy Stychkin. The series is set against the backdrop of the 1980 Summer Olympics in Moscow, offering a glimpse into the intense preparations for the event. The story follows the son of a Soviet functionary who, after causing yet another scandal, is assigned to work as a…

  • Vertinskiy (TV Series)

    Vertinskiy (TV Series)

    is a 2021 Russian musical biographical drama series directed by Avdotya Smirnova. Follows the extraordinary life of the iconic Russian singer and actor, Alexander Vertinsky. Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century Russia, the series explores his journey from a struggling artist to a beloved star. As the world around him is transformed by war,…

  • Petersburg: Selfie

    Petersburg: Selfie

    is a 2016 Russian comedy directed by Aksinya Gog, Natalya Nazarova, Oksana Bychkova, Anna Parmas, Natalya Kudryashova, Renata Litvinova, Avdotya Smirnova. Set against the vibrant backdrop of St. Petersburg, the film portrays the city not as a distant, romanticized fantasy, but as a living, dynamic character intertwined with the lives of its residents. Through tales…

  • Ada

    Ada

    is a 2023 Russian drama directed by Stanislav Svetlov. Twelve-year-old Ada lives with her mother in a small town on the peaceful banks of the Oka River. As she goes about her daily life, she encounters situations that challenge her understanding of the world, teaching her about empathy, forgiveness, and the complexities of human relationships.…

  • The Long Recess

    The Long Recess

    is a Soviet 1972 TV miniseries in 4 episodes. It is loosely based on Georgy Sadovnikov’s novel Walk towards people (Иду к людям). A young teacher named Nestor Petrovich is assigned to teach at a night school for adults. Many of his students are older than him, leading to humorous and challenging situations as they…

  • Come Here, Mukhtar!

    Come Here, Mukhtar!

    is a 1965 drama film directed by Semyon Tumanov. A chance encounter leads to a powerful bond between a dedicated police officer and a resilient German Shepherd named Mukhtar. As Mukhtar joins the police kennels, he and his handler, Lieutenant Glazychev, form an inseparable team. Together, they tackle both major and minor crimes, showcasing not…

  • Juno and Avos

    Juno and Avos

    is a 1983 Soviet rock opera directed by Mark Zakharov. The tragic love between Russian Count Nikolai Rezanov and Conchita, the daughter of a Spanish governor in California. Despite their deep love, they are separated by duty and distance. Rezanov promises to return, but dies on his journey back to Russia. Conchita waits for him…

  • The Legacy

    The Legacy

    is a 2023 Russian film directed by Roman Mikhaylov. A young teenager named Ruslan is tasked with caring for Tikhon, an elderly village healer who has spent his life practicing traditional sorcery and healing the sick. As Tikhon’s health declines and he eventually passes away, Ruslan is faced with a community that shuns the old…

  • The Rifleman of the Voroshilov Regiment

    The Rifleman of the Voroshilov Regiment

    is a 1999 Russian movie directed by Stanislav Govorukhin. In a small Russian town, a group of young men trick an unsuspecting teenage girl into visiting their apartment, where they subject her to a terrible ordeal. Despite her family’s pleas for justice, the police, influenced by the father of one of the boys, close the…

  • Kalimba

    Kalimba

    is a 2024 Russian series directed by Roman Novikov. In the psychological thriller “Kalimba”, esteemed psychiatrist Viktor Meshcherskiy embarks on a perilous experiment, locking victims and their offenders together in a secluded basement under false pretenses. As Meshcherskiy conceals his true objectives, an intricate investigation begins to unfold, gradually exposing his hidden motives…

  • Dead Man’s Letters

    Dead Man’s Letters

    is a 1986 Soviet science fiction film directed by Konstantin Lopushansky. Set in a bleak, post-apocalyptic world ravaged by nuclear war. The story centers on Professor Larssen, played by Rolan Bykov, a Nobel laureate who finds himself trapped in an underground bunker after the disaster. Through heartfelt letters to his missing son, Larssen delves into…

  • Ice 2

    Ice 2

    is a 2020 Russian movie directed by Zhora Kryzhovnikov. After their fairytale wedding, figure skater Nadia and hockey player Sasha dream of having a child. However, their journey towards parenthood is filled with unimaginable challenges and sacrifices. As they confront these heart-wrenching trials, the hope for a happy ending seems to slip away. But in…