Cast
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Alexander Adabashyan
as Droid Abradoks(voice)
Georgiy Daneliya
as (voice)
Nikolai Gubenko
as Vladimir Chizhov "Unlce Vova"(voice)
Vakhtang Kikabidze
as Trats, the leader of smugglers(voice)
Polina Kutepova
as (voice)
Igor Kvasha
as (voice)
Andrey Leonov
as (voice)
Evgeniy Steblov
as (voice)
Aleksey Kolgan
as
Galina Daneliya-Yurkova
as
Alla Sannikova
as
Igor Sannikov
as
Viktoriya Radunskaya
as
Crew
Director
- Georgiy Daneliya
- Tatyana Ilyina
Writer
- Tatyana Ilyina
- Alexander Adabashyan
Producer
- Leonid Yarmolnik
- Sergei Selyanov
- Konstantin Ernst
- Oleg Urushev
- Yuriy Kushneryov
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a science fiction narrative, Ku! Kin-dza-dza explores potential technological and societal futures, raising important questions about humanity's place in the universe and our evolutionary trajectory. The film stands apart from other sci-fi works by presenting a vision that is both thought-provoking and visually distinctive.
Director Georgiy Daneliya 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 2013, 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 Ku! Kin-dza-dza took approximately 25 months from pre-production to final cut.
- With a budget of $4.5 million, the film represented a significant investment in bringing this story to the screen.
- The final cut of the film runs for 100 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 128 minutes long.
- The costume department created over 152 unique costume pieces for the production.
- The film contains approximately 1725 individual shots.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
Historical Context
- In 2013, when this film is released:
- Political polarization was intensifying in many countries.
- Smartphones and social media had transformed daily life and communication.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
While Ku! Kin-dza-dza shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike Eat Me!, which takes a more conventional approach to its subject matter, Ku! Kin-dza-dza offers a fresh perspective through its innovative visual language and narrative structure.
While films like Nina Frisk and Travolta and Me explore similar territory, Ku! Kin-dza-dza stands apart through its deeper exploration of its central themes and more complex characterization.
This film's unique contribution to cinema lies in its thoughtful balance of entertainment value and thematic depth, making it a valuable addition to its genre.
Details
- Release Date: April 10, 2013
- Runtime: 1h 40m
- Budget: $4,520,000
