Cast
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Tatyana Polosina
as
Yuliya Khlynina
as
Sergey Kotyukh
as
Mikhail Gorevoy
as
Svetlana Kamynina
as
Sofya Resnyanskaya
as
Margarita Kron
as
Lyubov Tolkalina
as
Andrey Burkovskiy
as
Irina Vybornova
as
Larysa Domaskina
as
Stepan Azaryan
as
Vladimir Kurtseba
as
Pavel Derevyanko
as Vanya
Vladimir Yaglych
as
Crew
Director
- Pavel Emelin
- Konstantin Raykh
- Angie Taratuta
- Aksinya Gog
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Real Stories 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 Pavel Emelin 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 2021, 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 Real Stories took approximately 9 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 64 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 113 minutes long.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 7 weeks before filming began.
Historical Context
- In 2021, when this film is released:
- Artificial intelligence was becoming increasingly integrated into daily life and creative industries.
- Streaming platforms had largely replaced traditional cinema and television models.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: September 29, 2021
- Runtime: 1h 4m