I found this movie to be quite enjoyable. It was really quirky in several places, but since I knew it was about an asylum for mental patients in Russia, I already imagined it was going to be strange. However, the strangeness of this piece never over-powered the plot. It never detracted from my enjoyment of it.
Neither did having to read subtitles (again, since I knew it was Russian). There was a large volume of rapid dialogue, so it was easy enough to read along with the story. Call me a naive or arrogant, but I had no idea Russia made such good movies. If this film is indicative of the other display of mainstream Russian movies, I'd watch them all.
The main character (and actress) was a joy to watch. She had a big heart and a smile to go with it. She was able to take away moments of tension or strife (if only, possibly in her mind) when she'd play the accordian. She was helpful to all the patients and the Chechans that came to their 'home'. This story makes you wonder of some "mental patients" really belong out here with the rest of us "normal" people. And many of us out here, probably more belong in an asylum.
All in all, I say this movie is worth watching, if you have an open mind. Her love and obsession for her "fiance" Bryan Adams just endeared me to her character even more. I was under the impression that she only knew one of his songs, as it was the only Bryan Adams song that would play at many intervals. More of his music would have been nice, but didn't bother the story, at all.
Good quality entertainment with a large, light heart.
Neither did having to read subtitles (again, since I knew it was Russian). There was a large volume of rapid dialogue, so it was easy enough to read along with the story. Call me a naive or arrogant, but I had no idea Russia made such good movies. If this film is indicative of the other display of mainstream Russian movies, I'd watch them all.
The main character (and actress) was a joy to watch. She had a big heart and a smile to go with it. She was able to take away moments of tension or strife (if only, possibly in her mind) when she'd play the accordian. She was helpful to all the patients and the Chechans that came to their 'home'. This story makes you wonder of some "mental patients" really belong out here with the rest of us "normal" people. And many of us out here, probably more belong in an asylum.
All in all, I say this movie is worth watching, if you have an open mind. Her love and obsession for her "fiance" Bryan Adams just endeared me to her character even more. I was under the impression that she only knew one of his songs, as it was the only Bryan Adams song that would play at many intervals. More of his music would have been nice, but didn't bother the story, at all.
Good quality entertainment with a large, light heart.