Quite an unexpected political satire
ineligible_flower
This film is rather non-standard. Hope it will be translated in the other languages except Russian. I don't want to include spoilers, but the film is in a way…
This film is rather non-standard. Hope it will be translated in the other languages except Russian. I don't want to include spoilers, but the film is in a way unique in how it portrays the current political situation.
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★ 6 / 10
A brave and unique experiment
Rick-L
Much like the acclaimed work of the film's protagonists, Glubzhe! is both shallow and nuanced, crude and yet surprisingly witty. Some shots are exceedingly…
Much like the acclaimed work of the film's protagonists, Glubzhe! is both shallow and nuanced, crude and yet surprisingly witty.
Some shots are exceedingly length and a few actors left more to be desired in their acting. Lapenko's appearance was a welcome delight and was, truth be told, one of the reasons I decided to watch.
Despite what I've already said and the 6 star rating hanging over these words, I still think that more films like this should exist, and I think that, ultimately, this is a good film.
Although 'out-loud' laughs are often sparse, there are many subtly humorous situations. Moreover, a great deal of the allusions and subject matter surround Russia's identity -
Chekov, the Imperial era, classical theatre - these are all brushed aside. Tostoi's portrait hangs in the protagonist's dingy, dilapidated apartment. Meanwhile, modern, sleek, and wealthy Russia is portrayed as dim-witted men in suits and porn-obsessed masses...
By my description, it's a little on the nose - and a lot of this film is just that. But at the same time, there was a strange kinship that I felt while watching this movie, that is was made by a group of people who care for the fate of their country.
For a film about porn and corruption, the overall message of this film is a positive one that leaves one with a warm feeling, deep inside.
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Maybe not the best movie but refreshing from all that Hollywood bs. And goo acting too.