Cast
View AllYuri Kolokolnikov
as Ivan
Yuliya Aug
as Lyudmila
Olesya Sudzilovskaya
as Svetlana
Dinara Yankovskaya
as Sayana
Nikita Tarasov
as Aleksei
Ksenia Katalymova
as Olga
Timur Bazinskiy
as Boris
Yekaterina Shcheglova
as Eva
Alexey Chupov
as Sergei
Pavel Artemiev
as Magician
Anastasiya Kholodnyakova
as Albina
Natalya Iokhvidova
as General's Wife
Nelli Blinova
as Street Prostitute
Pavel Yulku
as Lyudmila's Driver
Mikhail Gurovich
as Aleksei's Son
Crew
Director
- Alexey Chupov
- Natalya Merkulova
Producer
- Yuliya Mishkinene
- Aleksandr Plotnikov
- Zaur Bolotaev
- Bakur Bakuradze
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Intimate Parts 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 Alexey Chupov 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 2013, 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 Intimate Parts took approximately 32 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 80 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 116 minutes long.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- The film contains approximately 1809 individual shots.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 3 months to complete.
Historical Context
- In 2013, when this film is released:
- Smartphones and social media had transformed daily life and communication.
- Streaming services were revolutionizing film and television consumption.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
While Intimate Parts shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, which focuses more on action than character development, Intimate Parts offers a fresh perspective through its innovative visual language and narrative structure.
While films like Contempt and Live Flesh explore similar territory, Intimate Parts stands apart through its distinctive directorial vision and pacing.
This film's unique contribution to cinema lies in its thoughtful balance of entertainment value and thematic depth, making it a valuable addition to its genre.
Details
- Release Date: June 5, 2013
- Runtime: 1h 20m