They know how to make films in Russia. Here are 10 films you shouldn’t be ashamed of at all

It is customary to scold domestic cinema, not praise it. Critics now and then compare local films with foreign ones and come to disappointing conclusions – they say, ours still have not learned how to shoot. However, it is these films that are closest to the typically Russian soul – even the most spoiled by all this Western “popcorn”. Why not be convinced of this again ?!

“Stories” (2012)

  • KinoPoisk: 7.1.
  • IMDb: 7,0.

In the center of the storyline of this picture is a young writer who dreams of publishing all his manuscripts and submitting them to the public. To make this dream come true, he gives the works of his whole life to the publishing house. However, there no one even thinks to pay special attention to them – they are put off in the longest box.

It is curious that by chance the writer’s work does not end up in the garbage chute. They end up in the hands of a young secretary first, and then of the rest of the publishing house’s employees. Texts begin to influence everyone who reads them – just flip through a few pages. And with everyone, extremely extraordinary events begin to occur.

Metro (2012)

  • KinoPoisk: 7.2.
  • IMDb: 6,5.

Moscow is not rubber, but not everyone remembers this. That is why there is a disaster in the city center. A crack is forming in one of the metro tunnels due to the ongoing construction. She begins to systematically devastate the Moskva River, and thousands of people in the carriages fall into the epicenter of a real flood.

The flow of water not only becomes deadly for passengers, but also calls into question the continued existence of the entire city. However, among the victims is a simple doctor who begins a desperate struggle with the incident. The fates of hundreds of people fall into his hands, including those whom he certainly would not want to save.

“The geographer drank the globe” (2013)

  • KinoPoisk: 7.4.
  • IMDb: 7,3.

The protagonist of this story is a young biologist who is going through far from the best times. On the one hand, he has a spouse and a little daughter, whom he is trying to raise. On the other hand, due to the constant shortage of funds and family quarrels, he increasingly often feels that he is far from the happiest person.

In an attempt to improve his financial situation, the protagonist gets a job as a geographer of a comprehensive school. He quickly finds a common language with students and even begins to go on hikes with them, filling them with new knowledge and emotions. However, his life is once again turned upside down because of the likes and dislikes inside the school.

Collector (2016)

  • KinoPoisk: 7.0.
  • IMDb: 6,8.

The title of the film coincides with the title of the protagonist. Yes, he is exactly what knocks money out of debtors. Moreover, he is very good at what he does, so he is trusted by large and problematic clients. He always manages to find the ins and outs that he can use against those who have borrowed money and are in no hurry to give it back.

However, like everyone else, the protagonist of the story is just a man. That is why at one point there is compromising material on him. A video of scrupulous content leaks into the network, which can put an end to the life of the collector. He has only one day to deal with this situation. The picture tells, among other things, about this.

“Big” (2016)

  • KinoPoisk: 6.8.
  • IMDb: 6,9.

The main character of this story was born and raised in a modest mining town, which definitely predetermined her upbringing. On the one hand, it is very easy to communicate. On the other hand, she is extremely stubborn. That is why, when her dancing talent wakes up, she tries to develop it with all her might, investing a lot of time in this process.

They pay attention to her and even promise a great future. However, to become a theatrical prima, you need to work even more. Moreover, for this you have to sacrifice many of your principles and even try to take control of your obstinacy. Nevertheless, the life of a ballerina is not what one dreams of. Therefore, the expediency of this whole venture is a big question.

Good Boy (2016)

  • KinoPoisk: 6.6.
  • IMDb: 6,4.

As the name implies, in the center of this story is the most ordinary boy – a schoolboy, who will face extremely difficult, but very interesting days. First, he falls in love with an English teacher, then his own father does not let him sleep at night, and as a result, a high school student, the daughter of the school principal, begins to show increased attention to him.

Soon a holiday will take place in the educational institution, which turned out to be the cause of all this fan of the most diverse events. There is very little time left before the event, so the guy needs to sort out his feelings as quickly as possible and make some very important decisions. It would also not hurt to establish relationships with parents.

“Dislike” (2017)

  • KinoPoisk: 7.5.
  • IMDb: 7,6.

At the center of this story is a married couple who have been married for ten years. It’s a pity, but during this time their feelings have perceptibly died out. It becomes clear that they will no longer be able to continue living under one roof. The situation is aggravated by a child who, amid constant screams and scandals, is more and more withdrawn into himself.

One day the son of unhappy parents decides to leave home. The father and mother do not immediately notice his loss – they discover it only after the child’s teacher begins to sound the alarm. A search begins, in which both representatives of the law and order and random people take part. The chances of finding a child decrease with each passing hour.

“Arrhythmia” (2017)

  • KinoPoisk: 7.7.
  • IMDb: 7,4.

At the center of this story is an extraordinary and very inventive doctor, whose successful techniques often become decisive for saving human lives. He often improvises and often makes decisions that run counter to the demands of his superiors. He’s a hero at work, but things change when he gets home.

In ordinary life, the main character of the picture turns into a soft-bodied drunkard who cannot deal with even the most primitive matters. As a little boy, he believes that everything will work out by itself. At this time, his whole life slides lower and lower. The question arises whether he will be able to continue saving people when he himself needs real help.

Dylda (2019)

  • KinoPoisk: 6.6.
  • IMDb: 7,1.

The film uses elements of the documentary book by Svetlana Aleksievich. She tells a story from the fate of a couple of girls who survive the Great Patriotic War and return to Leningrad. The city has just passed the blockade, and the heroines are actively involved in the restoration of parts that were destroyed during its time.

In an attempt to load themselves with work, girls also try to understand themselves after the death of loved ones and find a new place to live in peacetime. It quickly becomes clear that it is much easier to cope with the devastation in the city than to cope with your own attitude. The emptiness inside people cannot be compared with everything that happens around.

“Text” (2019)

  • KinoPoisk: 6.9.
  • IMDb: 6,7.

An extraordinary picture, in the center of which is a young guy. He spent 7 long years behind bars after being accused of possession of drugs, which were planted by dishonest law enforcement officers. After being released, the main character cannot adapt to the new reality that is happening around him, and decides to avenge his broken destiny.

The story unfolds in an extremely interesting way when a young man has a mobile phone of his abuser in his hands. It stores absolutely all personal data that make it possible to get used to the role of its owner. With the help of text messages, the main character begins to manipulate absolutely all the close environment of another person.

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