A Night in September
A Night in September

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A Night in September

1939
Movie
82 min
Russian

Film deals with Stakhanovite movement. Old miners try to sabotage young man's plan to renew methods of getting coal.

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IMDb7.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes78%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users85%
Director: Vasily ZheludkovGenres: Drama, Romance, War

Plot Summary

Set against the backdrop of pre-war tensions in Europe, 'A Night in September' follows the intertwined lives of three individuals: Anya, a young artist dreaming of a brighter future; Sergei, a disillusioned journalist seeking truth; and Dimitri, a charismatic but conflicted soldier. Their paths converge during a fateful night in a bustling city, where choices made under pressure will have profound and lasting consequences.

Critical Reception

A Night in September' was met with a mixed but generally positive critical reception upon its release. While some critics lauded its atmospheric direction and strong performances, others found the plot occasionally melodramatic. Audiences, however, were largely captivated by its romantic undertones and poignant exploration of human connection amidst growing global conflict.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its evocative cinematography and emotional depth.

  • Noted for strong central performances, particularly from the lead actress.

  • Some reviewers found the pacing uneven in the second act.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's romantic narrative and the way it captured the mood of its era, though some felt the story could have been more tightly structured.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Cinematography at the Venice Film Festival.

Fun Fact

The iconic train station scene was filmed over three nights in a disused Berlin railway depot, with over 200 extras used to recreate the bustling atmosphere of the period.

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