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Pugovitsa 2008

Original title: Пуговица

IMDb 5.224TMDB 2.0191 min

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Synopsis

80th years of the 20th century. The country is embraced by the "struggle" for "perestroika" and "glasnost", in Afghanistan - the height of the war, where hundreds die eighteen-year-old boys. Their peers, Denis, have little impact on the social problems of an agitated country. A newly-made student at the Institute of Cinematography - in euphoria and wine hops ... One night he encounters a strange, mysterious stranger and falls in love with her until unconscious ... Soon Denis learns that the lover is married and older than he. Elizaveta Tenetska - a famous director, almost a legend, she is talented and bold with authority. On Denis's passion, she answers with the icy cold...

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Mood and atmosphere

Set against the backdrop of the transformative 1980s, this film immerses you in a world of youthful dreams and harsh realities where the air is thick with nostalgia and the weight of history. Experience the bittersweet essence of first love and the intoxicating thrill of artistic ambition as you wander through dimly lit streets filled with echoes of rebellion and longing. The vibrant yet melancholic visuals capture the essence of a bygone era, evoking the warm colors of faded photographs and the magic of fleeting moments. Ideal for cozy evenings when you crave a blend of hope and loneliness, this film resonates with themes of identity, desire, and the struggles of youth in a changing world, leaving you reflective and inspired long after the credits roll.

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