22 Award-Winning Russian Films
22 titles
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The SunMovie · 2005 · 111m · Drama, HistoryThis film explores the final days of Emperor Hirohito during the end of World War II. It offers a new perspective on his reign as the war nears its conclusion.Stream onIMDb 7.3TMDB 6.7
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WolfyMovie · 2009 · 88mA mother and daughter are constantly on the run. The mother flees, seeking a fresh start, while the daughter chases after her, unable to imagine life without her. This endless flight is marked by recurring errors, like a mournful melody played on a barrel organ or the repetitive spin of a top. A small, simple toy, a "volchok," was the first possession the daughter had and the only thing connecting her to her mother.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.2 - 3
Luna PapaMovie · 1999 · 103m · Drama, ComedyThis story unfolds in a secluded Central Asian village, narrated by the unborn child, Mamlakat. Seventeen and aspiring to be an actress, she lives with her father and brother in their simple home, harboring a secret desire for the stage.
One night, an actor from a traveling theater troupe arrives and deceives her, claiming to be a friend of Tom Cruise. As a result, Mamlakat becomes pregnant. Her family, unaware of how it happened, urges her to have an abortion. Determined to find the person responsible, Mamlakat's father and brother set off on a comical journey to locate the actor, leading them into a series of unexpected and funny situations.IMDb 7.2TMDB 6.2 - 4
My Good HansMovie · 2015 · 111mBefore the war, Soviet worker Pyotr and German engineer Hans meet during a business trip to the USSR. At a Soviet plant, their teams collaborate. When Hans makes a mistake causing an explosion and casualties, he is confronted by Pyotr, the only witness. Pyotr is also vulnerable; his presence near the furnace risks accusations of sabotage and a death sentence. Initially suspicious of each other, they develop a silent understanding that blossoms into friendship, noticing their similarities, including having young children. Pyotr secretly leaves town with his family, but Hans feels a sense of loss rather than relief at the disappearance of the witness to his error.IMDb 5.8TMDB 4.8 - 5
The Geographer Drank His Globe AwayMovie · 2013 · 120m · DramaVictor Sluzhkin takes a geography teaching job at a high school in his hometown of Perm, in the Urals, and becomes consumed by alcohol, an obsessive infatuation with a young student, and the challenges of teaching. His students nickname him Geographer. Seeking to escape the monotonous reality of provincial Russia, Sluzhkin organizes a rafting trip through the Urals with a group of spirited teenagers. As they navigate the harsh realities of the wilderness, Geographer is on the verge of discovering himself and his own truth.IMDb 7.2TMDB 6.6 - 6
Anna's WarMovie · 2018 · 75mWhen a coordinated mass execution targets the Jewish people, six-year-old Anna loses her entire family. Her mother shields her with her own body, and Anna survives the horrific event. For hundreds of days, she hides in a disused chimney within the Nazi Commandant's office, observing life from her secret refuge until the village is liberated. Amidst unimaginable hardship, Anna not only endures but retains her humanity, sustained by memories of her lost life, the values instilled by her parents, and the kindness of a friend who helps her cope with isolation.IMDb 6.8TMDB 5.3 - 7
The StokerMovie · 2010 · 83m · Drama, CrimeIvan Skryabin, a war veteran haunted by his experiences in Afghanistan, finds routine in tending a massive coal furnace. He fills his time with writing a historical novel. His daughter Sasha visits, and local children are drawn to watch the flames. Uninvited guests – including a former Army sergeant and a notorious sniper – also appear, bringing unusual fuel for the fire.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.1 - 8
Wild FieldMovie · 2008 · 108mA young doctor moves to a remote area in central Asia, expecting his fiancée to join him shortly after.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.3 - 9
Dear Comrades!Movie · 2020 · 121m · History, DramaIn 1962, a communist government's increase in food prices sparks a strike by workers in the small industrial town of Novocherkassk. The resulting massacre is witnessed through the perspective of a devoted party activist.Stream onIMDb 7.4TMDB 7.2
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BeanpoleMovie · 2019 · 134m · Drama, WarLeningrad, 1945. World War II has left the city in ruins, its people broken. Amidst the devastation, two young women, Iya and Masha, seek purpose and a glimmer of hope as they try to rebuild their lives.Stream onIMDb 7.2TMDB 7.0
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LeviathanMovie · 2014 · 141m · Drama, CrimeIn a Russian coastal town, Kolya must fight against the corrupt mayor when he learns his house is slated for demolition. He enlists the help of a lawyer friend, but the friend's involvement unexpectedly brings more trouble to Kolya and his family.Stream onIMDb 7.6TMDB 7.4
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Our OwnMovie · 2004 · 111mAugust 1941. Far from the Eastern Front, three escaped soldiers struggle to remain hidden in enemy-occupied territory. The woods offer little sanctuary, and the villagers' loyalty is uncertain. An old man offers assistance, but his trustworthiness is questionable; he might betray them to the German authorities. Their only hope lies with him, especially since he is the father of the sniper, his youngest and most beloved son.IMDb 7.4TMDB 6.1 - 13
ElenaMovie · 2011 · 110m · Drama, ThrillerFollowing a heart attack, a wealthy older Russian man intends to leave the majority of his fortune to his daughter, whom he has not seen in years. However, his wife challenges his plans.Stream onIMDb 7.3TMDB 7.2
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Free FloatingMovie · 2006 · 101m"Free Floating" is a melodrama with comedic touches about a young man from a typical small Russian town – one kindergarten, one school, one factory. Growing up there, life is predetermined; there are no real choices. Leonid is an ordinary guy who enjoys discos, dates, and occasional brawls with the local troublemakers. His life is predictable and comfortable. But when the factory closes, he's thrown into confusion. For the first time, he must choose his own path and seriously consider what he wants to do.IMDb 6.9TMDB 4.9 - 15
The CuckooMovie · 2002 · 100m · Drama, History, RomanceSeptember 1944, with Finland on the verge of ending its involvement in World War II. Veikko, a Finnish sniper-kamikaze chained to a rock, manages to break free. Simultaneously, Ivan, a Soviet Army captain, narrowly escapes arrest by the Soviet secret police, Smersh. These two soldiers, from opposing armies, find refuge at the farm of Anni, a Lapp woman. To Anni, they are simply men, not enemies.IMDb 7.7TMDB 7.0 - 16
Khrustalyov, My Car!Movie · 1999 · 147m · Comedy, DramaIn 1953 Stalinist Russia, Dr. General Klenski, a committed military doctor, is unexpectedly arrested during the "doctors' plot," a period of intense anti-Semitic persecution. In an atmosphere of suspicion, Klenski is falsely accused of treason and becomes caught in the power struggles of the regime. The film follows his difficult journey through the Soviet prison system, where he faces harsh interrogations and relentless propaganda. He fights for freedom and to clear his name amidst a world of chaos and tyranny.Stream onIMDb 7.2TMDB 5.9
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ArrhythmiaMovie · 2017 · 116m · DramaOleg is a talented paramedic. His wife, Katya, works as a nurse in the hospital emergency room. She loves him but is frustrated that he prioritizes patients over their relationship and asks for a divorce. A new, strict manager arrives at Oleg’s EMA department with new rules, which Oleg disregards in his dedication to saving lives, leading to conflict with his boss. This professional crisis mirrors their personal struggles as Oleg and Katya navigate demanding jobs, stressful work schedules, and changes in healthcare. They must find a way to reconnect amidst the challenges and hold their marriage together.Stream onIMDb 7.4TMDB 7.0
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Country of the DeafMovie · 1998 · 105mStrana Glukhikh tells the story of an unconventional bond between two women: a deaf-mute dancer and a woman fleeing the mafia. Yaya, the dancer, proposes to hide Rita, whose boyfriend Alyosha owes money to the mafia. In exchange, Yaya wants Rita to leave him and join her on a journey to a mythical paradise where possessions are unimportant.IMDb 7.4TMDB 6.7 - 19
Cargo 200Movie · 2007 · 89m · Crime, Drama, ThrillerProfessor Artyom breaks down on the road back to Leningrad after visiting his brother. He seeks help at a remote farmhouse where he meets Alexey, his wife, a Vietnamese worker, and a mysterious stranger. After his car is fixed, Artyom departs, intoxicated. Shortly after, two students, Valera and Angelika, arrive. Valera gets drunk, and the stranger subsequently abducts Angelika.Stream onIMDb 7.1TMDB 6.9
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The ReturnMovie · 2003 · 111m · Drama, MysteryIn modern-day Russia, two brothers reconnect with their father, whom they've only seen in a faded photograph, after he unexpectedly returns home. Their mother agrees to a trip with him, but the journey soon becomes a challenging test of their relationship, their trust in each other, and their sense of manhood. As they travel further into the wilderness, the already strained bonds between father and sons are severely tested.Stream onIMDb 7.9TMDB 7.3
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TaurusMovie · 2001 · 104mSet over two days in 1924, the film follows the final days of Vladimir Lenin, the revolutionary leader and founder of the Soviet Union. Weakened and isolated at his estate, Lenin is attended to by his wife, Nadezhda Krupskaia, his sister, a German doctor, and several assistants. He reflects on his declining health, contemplates the passing of historical figures like Marx, takes a car to a picnic, and considers his lasting impact on the world.IMDb 6.8TMDB 5.7 - 22
FaustMovie · 2011 · 140m · Fantasy, DramaIn early 19th-century Germany, a doctor is captivated by the sister of a patient he accidentally killed. Driven by his desire for her, he makes a deal with the Devil to make them become a couple, trading his soul for the union.Stream onIMDb 6.5TMDB 6.6