Cast
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Dmitriy Nagiev
as Grigory
Vladimir Yaglych
as Igor
Liza Moryak
as Yuliya
Yuriy Stoyanov
as Viktor Sergeevich
Lyanka Gryu
as Samanta
Nadezhda Mikhalkova
as Irina
Hrant Tokhatyan
as Armen
Irina Temicheva
as Alisa
Mikael Aramyan
as Nick
Dobromir Mashukov
as Paul
Leonid Levi
as
Elena Valyushkina
as Yuliya's mother
Olga Tumaykina
as Rose
Yekaterina Vasilyeva
as Yuliya's grandmother
Semyon Strugachyov
as Solomon
Crew
Director
- Sarik Andreasyan
Producer
- Armen Ananikyan
- Konstantin Elkin
- Gevond Andreasyan
- Sarik Andreasyan
- Robert Mosoyan
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
Motherland represents a fascinating example of Romance/Comedy cinema, offering viewers a unique perspective on interpersonal relationships and emotional connections. The film's approach to its themes demonstrates a creative vision that distinguishes it within its genre.
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 pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2020, 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 Motherland took approximately 18 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 100 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 129 minutes long.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 7 weeks before filming began.
- The musical score contains over 33 unique compositions.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
Historical Context
- In 2020, when this film is released:
- Climate change mitigation had become a central policy concern internationally.
- 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: October 8, 2020
- Runtime: 1h 40m