Story
How far are you willing to go to fight for your life?
Feels like
- Siberian Mysticism
- Existential Drama
- Identity Transformation
- Visual Poetry
- Dark Comedy
- Spiritual Quest
- Family Tragedy
- Absurdist Realism
- Outstanding Performance
A deeply moving, philosophical drama movie about family and faith and meaning, with standout performances and direction.
Good for family movie night · friends night · teens
Not for scares.
How far are you willing to go to fight for your life?
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Pick a department, or search for a name or a job (“editor”, “stunt”).
October 25, 2018 · 1 h 45 min · Disturbing Imagery, Suicide Themes
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Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 61 (IMDb 6.6).
Yes: its content advisories are disturbing imagery and suicide themes, and the viewing guide lists it for family nights.
No, it needs your attention: the title analysis rates it 9 of 10 for philosophical and 7 for ambiguity.
Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (9 of 10) and pathos (9 of 10) more than on its plot.
No, it was made in Russian.