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I Serve at the Border

1974·Movie
1h 20min

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Big heart, no humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension5
  • Adrenaline3
  • Fast Pace2

Heart

Wholesome and hopeful

Much of it is about growing up and family.

  • Wholesome7
  • Hopefulness7
  • Catharsis7

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Physical Comedy1
  • Situational Comedy0

World

History, growing up, and family

  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • World Immersion6
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Standout characters

  • Character Depth8
  • Acting7
  • Direction6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition6
  • Editing5

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchThought-Provoking

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About

At the border outpost, discipline and a sense of collectivism are instilled. Major Grebnev and Lieutenant Borodin help the soldier Sedykh overcome his egoism and understand the value of comradeship, leading to his inner transformation.
Soviet Military DramaCharacter TransformationCollectivist IdealsMoral GrowthHistorical DramaYouthful IndoctrinationComradeship ThemePsychological JourneyPeriod Piece

Crew

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Is I Serve at the Border worth watching?

82
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 82/100 (IMDb 6.4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is I Serve at the Border?

1 h 20 min

I Serve at the Border runs 1 h 20 min.

What language is I Serve at the Border in?

Russian

It was made in Russian. Produced in Russia.