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Julur: Mas-Wrestling

Julur: Mas-Wrestling (2022)

Jun 02, 2022 2h 8m Drama

Dzhulur is a young guy who, after serving in the army, returned to his native village in Yakutia. Here he lives with his old grandmother and little sister Kyunnei. By chance, Julur finds himself at the Ysyakh celebration, where he accidentally takes part in competitions and discovers the talent of a mas-wrestler in himself. But the sudden death of her grandmother crosses out all plans for the future. The sister is taken away by the guardianship authorities, because Julur has neither parental rights nor a permanent job. Kyunnei is sent to an orphanage, and their housing is taken away by debt collectors. In search of Kunney and a permanent job, Julur goes to Yakutsk, where the largest mas-wrestling championship in the Republic is to take place in the near future. Julur has a purpose, and now, in order for the family to be together again, he will have to go through tremendous trials on the way to victory!

Directed by Valentin Makarov

Cast

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Crew

Director
  • Valentin Makarov
Producer
  • Philipp Abryutin
  • Oksana Lakhno
  • Innokentiy Lukovtsev

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Thematic Analysis

As a dramatic work, Julur: Mas-Wrestling 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 Valentin Makarov 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 2022, 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 Julur: Mas-Wrestling took approximately 19 months from pre-production to final cut.
  • The final cut of the film runs for 128 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 152 minutes long.
  • The film contains approximately 1402 individual shots.
  • The costume department created over 356 unique costume pieces for the production.
  • The cast underwent specialized training for 3 weeks before filming began.

Historical Context

  • In 2022, when this film is released:
  • Artificial intelligence was becoming increasingly integrated into daily life and creative industries.
  • The COVID-19 pandemic transformed global health, economics, and social interaction.
  • Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.

How This Film Stands Out

Details

  • Release Date: June 2, 2022
  • Runtime: 2h 8m

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