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Category: Modern Russian Movies
Son of a Rich
is a 2019 Russian comedy directed by Klim Shipenko. Grigory, an arrogant and entitled heir to a wealthy oligarch, spirals out of control with his reckless behavior. To save him from a self-destructive path, his father devises an unorthodox punishment: an elaborate social experiment. Stripped of his luxuries and placed in a meticulously recreated 19th-century…
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
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
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
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…
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…
Fairytale
is a 2022 experimental adult animated fantasy film directed by Alexander Sokurov. Historical figures such as Stalin, Churchill, Mussolini, and Hitler are depicted in a mysterious, dreamlike afterlife. Here, they engage in philosophical conversations and reflections on their roles in shaping world events. The film offers a surreal exploration of power, morality, and the legacies…
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.…
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…
Container (Season 3)
is a third season of the Russian TV series “Container” directed by Aleksey Lyapichev. In the third season, Vadim, now back in power, prevents Sasha, the surrogate mother, from seeing her child. Determined and considering the child as her own, Sasha takes the humiliating step of moving back into Vadim’s house to be near her…
The Boy’s Word: Blood On The Asphalt
is a 2023 Russian TV Series directed by Zhora Kryzhovnikov. Late 1980s. As parents grapple with survival, children abandoned by society form street packs, clashing over territorial control of the asphalt. They establish their own rules to govern everything on “their” land, whether stationary or in motion. Amid widespread poverty, the code of the streets…
My Invisible One
is a 2023 Russian fantasy movie directed by Anton Bilzho, tells the story of a young woman named Alina, who grapples with the complexities of love and identity. Living in the bustling city of Moscow, she finds herself in an unconventional relationship with an unseen entity that only she can perceive. As Alina navigates her…
Fib the Truth
is a 2021 Russian movie directed by Olga Akatyeva, tells the story of a couple Oleg and Vera, who retreat to a secluded cabin to reconnect. Their quiet getaway takes a dark turn when Oleg’s sister, Katya, unexpectedly shows up. Katya’s presence stirs up old tensions and buried secrets, creating a web of lies that…
Pushkin Hills
is a 2018 Russian drama that follows the journey of a struggling writer, Konstantin, as he retreats to the serene Pushkin Hills to escape his turbulent life. Amidst the picturesque landscape and the storied legacy of Russia’s literary giant, Konstantin grapples with his inner demons and the disillusionments of his past. As he interacts with…
Lev Yashin. The Dream Goalkeeper
is a 2019 Russian biographical drama, that delves into the life and legacy of one of football’s greatest icons, Lev Yashin. Set against the backdrop of Soviet-era Russia, the film explores Yashin’s journey from a young, ambitious boy to a world-renowned goalkeeper known as the ‘Black Spider.’ Through his trials and triumphs on and off…
The Road to Calvary
is a Russian 12-episode television miniseries from 2017. It is based on the eponymous trilogy of novels of the Soviet writer Alexei Tolstoy and directed by Konstantin Khudyakov. An epic periodic drama commemorating 100 years October Revolution. Based on the famous novel “Sisters”, the first part of Alexey Tolstoy’s trilogy “The Road to Calvary”. A…
Love Machine
is a 2016 Russian movie directed by Pavel Ruminov, isn’t your typical romance flick. It’s a bold look at a modern couple who, feeling a bit stuck, decide to shake things up by opening their relationship. What starts as a mutual experiment quickly spirals into a chaotic mix of jealousy, new lovers, and unexpected feelings.…
Raiders of the Lost Library
is a 2022 Russian action-adventure film directed by Gleb Orlov. The film centers around Alexei, a cunning linguist, and historian, who stumbles upon an ancient map hidden within the pages of a rare manuscript in the state library. Teaming up with a skeptical but resourceful librarian, Marina, and a tech-savvy conspiracy theorist, Dmitri, the trio…
