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Lovers

Lovers (2022)

Nov 03, 2022 1h 36m Comedy

Sasha, Pasha and Lesha meet at a therapy course for men traumatized by women. Yes, there are some, because in the world of strong women, many men have lost themselves. But our heroes do not want to be victims, they decide to "go on the warpath" and restore justice. One problem - they are still slobs.

Directed by Elena Hazanova

Cast

Pavel Priluchnyy
Pavel Priluchnyy

Roman Kurtsyn
Roman Kurtsyn

Aleksey Zolotovitskiy
Aleksey Zolotovitskiy

Maksim Vitorgan
Maksim Vitorgan

Alyona Babenko
Alyona Babenko

Lyubov Tolkalina
Lyubov Tolkalina

Anastasiya Ukolova
Anastasiya Ukolova

Natalya Ionova
Natalya Ionova

Mikhail Brashinsky

Igor Yashanin
Igor Yashanin

Alyona Itskova

Alyona Kolomina
Alyona Kolomina

Elena Muravyova
Elena Muravyova

Darya Rumyantseva
Darya Rumyantseva

Nino Ninidze
Nino Ninidze

Crew

Director
  • Elena Hazanova
Writer
  • Artem Vitkin
  • Elena Hazanova
Producer
  • Grigory Granovsky
  • Grigoriy Podzemelnyy
  • Elvira Dmitrievskaya
  • Oleg Tumanov
  • Olga Danova
  • Artem Vitkin
  • Mikhail Dvorkovich

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Thematic Analysis

Lovers represents a fascinating example of Comedy cinema, offering viewers a unique perspective on the human experience and societal structures. The film's approach to its themes demonstrates a creative vision that distinguishes it within its genre.

Director Elena Hazanova 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 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 Lovers took approximately 18 months from pre-production to final cut.
  • The final cut of the film runs for 96 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 129 minutes long.
  • Some visual effects sequences took up to 8 months to complete.
  • The screenplay went through 10 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
  • The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.

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: November 3, 2022
  • Runtime: 1h 36m

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