Cast
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Alexander Petrov
as Ilya Goryunov
Kristina Asmus
as Nina
Ivan Yankovsky
as Pyotr Khazin
Sofya Ozerova
as Vera
Maksim Vinogradov
as Serega
Elena Finogeeva
as Pyotr's Mother
Kirill Nagiev
as Gosha
Vladimir Kapustin
as Taxi Driver
Sonya Karpunina
as Galya
Vitaliy Khaev
as Denis Sergeyevich
Andrey Shchepochkin
as General Korzhayev
Tatyana Polosina
as Stasya
Pavel Golubev
as Shop Assistant
Natalya Zhernakova
as Nurse
Oleg Zima
as Pyotr's Father
Crew
Director
- Klim Shipenko
Producer
- Alexey Trotsyuk
- Denis Zhalinsky
- Eduard Iloyan
- Vitaly Shlyappo
- Vadim Vereshchagin
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Text 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 Klim Shipenko 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 2019, 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 Text took approximately 25 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 132 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 156 minutes long.
- The costume department created over 320 unique costume pieces for the production.
- The musical score contains over 77 unique compositions.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
Historical Context
- In 2019, when this film is released:
- Smartphones and social media had transformed daily life and communication.
- Political polarization was intensifying in many countries.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: October 24, 2019
- Runtime: 2h 12m