There was a lot to like about this film. Granted, it didn't look as good as a big money Hollywood studio movie like Fury, but it did look quite good. I'd say it was on par with the better US independent films. The cast was good - looked good great and acted well. Props and wardrobe were excellent. I must admit, I like these Russian films better dubbed than subtitled, and the dubbing was good along with the voice acting. I'd say the CGI was quite good - I watched it on a pad which probably helped, but I thought the tank battle sequences looked good, though not as good as live action special effects. Still good enough to carry the story. As for the story, interesting and fact based, but unlikely in Its totally. Then again, not much more unlikely than Fury, which I also liked but found a bit fantastic.
So that's my take - a good war flick if that's your cup of tea.
So that's my take - a good war flick if that's your cup of tea.