Cast
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Aleksey Chadov
as Алексей Романович Ронин
Andrey Chadov
as Сергей Романович Ронин
Pavel Derevyanko
as гаишник
Igor Jijikine
as Савелий Андреевич Котов
Karina Khidekel
as Карина
Sabina Akhmedova
as Jenya
Oleg Sheremet
as
Sergey Yushkevich
as Людвиг Карлович
Alexandra Kravchenko
as мать
Roman Kurtsyn
as Ivan Lapin, Captain of Special Forces
Darya Balabanova
as Sveta
Igor Klimov
as
Leonid Alimov
as Макаров
Anton Sychev
as
Vitaliy Kuzmin
as
Crew
Director
- Jürgen Staal
Writer
- Yuriy Staal
Producer
- Kirill Balmin
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This high-octane Action/Thriller film balances spectacular sequences with character-driven moments. Unlike many films in the genre, Slove distinguishes itself through a unique visual style and creative action choreography.
Director Jürgen Staal 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 2011, 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 Slove took approximately 23 months from pre-production to final cut.
- With a budget of $7.0 million, the film represented a significant investment in bringing this story to the screen.
- The final cut of the film runs for 84 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 121 minutes long.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
- The screenplay went through 13 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 8 weeks before filming began.
Historical Context
- In 2011, 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
Details
- Release Date: February 21, 2011
- Runtime: 1h 24m
- Budget: $7,000,000