About the creation of the film "Andrei Rublev", about its deep philosophical and artistic meaning, the figure of Andrei Rublev himself and about the influence of the great iconographer on the work of Andrei Tarkovsky.
In the center of the plot is the Vatican list of the Kazan Icon of the Mother of God, the main Orthodox shrine of Kazan. The film describes four layers of Russian history: the liberation of Moscow by the militia of Minin and Pozharsky, the battle of Poltava, the Patriotic War of 1812 and the Great Patriotic War. During all these events, the Orthodox inhabitants of Tatarstan turned to their protector, the icon of the Kazan Mother of God, for help. It is believed that the icon was carried away in 1611 by the Kazan militia and later helped Minin and Pozharsky liberate Moscow from the Poles.
Andrei Tarkovsky is the most famous Russian director, often called a genius during his lifetime. He made relatively few films, but each has become a classic of world cinema, including "Andrei Rublev," "Solaris," "Mirror," and "Stalker." His films seem to be crafted from air, water, fire, deep emotions, and even his own dreams. This art is profoundly sincere and confessional, but what about the creator behind it? What was this god-like figure like, living a mortal life filled with weaknesses, fears, and doubts?
This 2018 documentary by filmmakers Louise Milne and Seán Martin features interviews with actor Nikolai Burlyaev, cinematographer Vadim Yusov, Tarkovsky personal assistant Olga Surkova, film critic Dmitri Salynsky, and Tarkovsky scholar Vida T. Johnson.
Dedicated to the 80th anniversary of Andrei Tarkovsky. The film uses unique materials related to the years Tarkovsky spent in Italy, personal accounts of friends and professionals, the shooting locations of his films, to what degree his works reflects his personal life. The film brings us closer to the man to whom contemporary filmmaking owes so much.
The story of admiral Aleksandr Kolchak who remained faithful to his oath to the Russian Emperor and fought against the Bolshevik rule after the 1917 October Revolution.
Several days from the life of a landowner's estate on the eve of Christmas are shown through the perception of a boy. The action takes place in Russia in the second half of the 19th century.
New York police lieutenant Rita Evans arrives in Russia on an exchange program. She's assigned to spend the weekend with Captain Andreev Varlamov of the local militia. A criminal gang, trying to blackmail Varlamov, mistakenly kidnaps Rita instead of his wife—unaware that the sexy blonde with the angelic face has some very sharp claws.
Dreaming of a career for her child, the mother gives her soul to the devil, receiving the talent of a violinist for her son.
Two youngsters are leading not so law abiding life and the consequences are tragic...
Nikolay Burlyaev is a Soviet and Russian stage and film actor, best known for his title role in Andrei Tarkovsky's Ivan's Childhood.
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