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The Tale of Tsar Saltan

The Tale of Tsar Saltan (2026)

Feb 12, 2026 N/A Fantasy Drama

One dark winter evening, the young tsar Saltan was lucky enough to find himself a tsarina from a simple Russian family. He was so impressed by the speech of the young charmer that he married her the same evening, and took her two sisters with him to the palace as servants. However, the treacherous girls do not share the happiness of their luckier sister and begin to plot. Saltan leaves for a long military campaign, during which the young queen gives birth to his son. The evil sisters write a dispatch to the tsar, where they brazenly lie about the child: they say, the queen gave birth to someone unknown, "neither a son nor a daughter." Saltan is upset, but orders to wait until his return. The sisters substitute the letter, and as a result, the girl and her son are sealed in a wooden barrel and thrown into the ocean in the best sadistic traditions.

Directed by Sarik Andreasyan

Cast

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Pavel Priluchnyy
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Pavel Priluchnyy

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Aleksey Onezhen
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Aleksey Onezhen

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Liza Moryak
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Liza Moryak

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Alisa Kot

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Vladimir Sychev
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Vladimir Sychev

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Olga Tumaykina
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Olga Tumaykina

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Anton Bogdanov
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Anton Bogdanov

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Fyodor Lavrov
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Fyodor Lavrov

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Valeriya Bogdanova
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Valeriya Bogdanova

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Oleg Komarov
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Oleg Komarov

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Alisa Stasyuk
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Alisa Stasyuk

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Karen Badalov
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Karen Badalov

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Ivan Kokorin
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Ivan Kokorin

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Artur Vakha
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Artur Vakha

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Vyacheslav Matveenko

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Crew

Director
  • Sarik Andreasyan
Writer
  • Aleksey Gravitskiy
Producer
  • Sarik Andreasyan
  • Gevond Andreasyan

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Thematic Analysis

As a dramatic work, The Tale of Tsar Saltan examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of contemporary challenges that mirror our own experiences. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.

Director Sarik Andreasyan brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.

Released in 2026, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.

Did You Know?

  • The production of The Tale of Tsar Saltan took approximately 20 months from pre-production to final cut.
  • The film contains approximately 1177 individual shots.
  • The musical score contains over 41 unique compositions.
  • The cast underwent specialized training for 2 weeks before filming began.

Historical Context

  • In 2026, when this film is released:
  • Climate change mitigation had become a central policy concern internationally.
  • Artificial intelligence was becoming increasingly integrated into daily life and creative industries.
  • Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.

How This Film Stands Out

Details

  • Release Date: February 12, 2026

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