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A determined plumber discovers a catastrophic structural failure in a dilapidated apartment building, threatening the lives of its residents. He races against time and bureaucratic indifference to evacuate the building before it collapses, facing resistance from local authorities and the building's desperate inhabitants.

Yuri Bykov's 'The Fool' is a stark and uncompromising look at corruption and apathy in contemporary Russia. The film garnered significant critical acclaim for its powerful social commentary, intense atmosphere, and strong performances, particularly from Artyom Bystrov as the heroic but ultimately doomed protagonist. It's a bleak but resonant portrayal of an ordinary man's struggle against a broken system.

• Praised for its gripping tension and unflinching social critique.

• Hailed as a significant work of contemporary Russian cinema.

• Artyom Bystrov's performance is a standout, embodying moral integrity against overwhelming odds.

Google audience: Audiences laud the film for its powerful and relevant social message, its suspenseful narrative, and the compelling performance of the lead actor. Many found it to be a thought-provoking and emotionally impactful cinematic experience.

Won the Golden Eagle Award for Best Director (Yuri Bykov) and was nominated for Best Feature Film at the Kinotavr Open Russian Film Festival.

Director Yuri Bykov, who also wrote the screenplay, drew inspiration for the film's bleak setting and themes from his own observations of social issues in provincial Russian towns.