Onegin
Onegin

Onegin

1999Movie104 minEnglish

A virtuous and passionate girl falls in love with a cynical but a dashing aristocrat.

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IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes46%
Metacritic59/100
Google Users62%
Director: Martha FiennesGenres: Drama, Romance, Period

Plot Summary

In the opulent and politically turbulent Russia of the early 19th century, the sophisticated but emotionally detached aristocrat Eugene Onegin encounters the vibrant and romantic Tatyana Larina. Despite Tatyana's immediate and deep infatuation, Onegin cruelly rejects her affections. Years later, after Onegin has indulged in a life of pleasure and experienced profound loss, their paths cross again, leading to a tragic and unfulfilled love.

Critical Reception

Onegin received a mixed reception from critics. While many praised its visual splendor, opulent costumes, and the performances of its leads, particularly Ralph Fiennes and Liv Tyler, others found the film's pacing slow and its narrative lacking the emotional depth of Pushkin's original novel. The adaptation was commended for its attempt to capture the literary classic's essence but was often criticized for feeling somewhat distant and cold.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its lavish production design and period detail.
  • Performances by Ralph Fiennes and Liv Tyler were noted as strong.
  • Criticized for a lack of emotional resonance and slow pacing.

Google audience: Audiences generally found the film visually appealing and appreciated the performances, but many felt it didn't fully capture the emotional core of the story, leading to a less engaging experience.

Fun Fact

Liv Tyler learned to skate for her role as Tatyana Larina, as the character was depicted as being fond of winter activities.

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Directed by his sister (Martha), Ralph Fiennes portrays the unfulfilled, philandering, "Onegin" who has just inherited a large estate from his uncle. Shortly after he arrives at his new stately pile, he meets his neighbour "Lensky" (Toby St...