Petersburg: Selfie
Petersburg: Selfie

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Petersburg: Selfie

2016
Movie
111 min
Russian

Petersburg. A Selfie comprises seven novellas about the beautiful city of St. Petersburg, Russia, shot by female directors. The film tells a story of a real, living and breathing city, rather than a mythical phantasm. Each novella tells its own story about love and loneliness, luck and hope.

Insights

IMDb5.5/10
Director: Andrei ZheleznyakovGenres: Drama, Comedy

Plot Summary

This anthology film explores the lives of several young Muscovites through a series of interconnected stories. Each vignette offers a snapshot of modern urban life, touching on themes of love, friendship, disillusionment, and self-discovery. The characters navigate their personal struggles and search for meaning in a rapidly changing world.

Critical Reception

Petersburg: Selfie received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its realistic portrayal of contemporary Russian youth and its diverse directorial styles. Some found the anthology format uneven, but the overall sentiment highlighted its fresh perspective and engaging performances.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its authentic depiction of young Russian lives.

  • Appreciated for showcasing varied directorial approaches within a single film.

  • Some critics found the narrative structure to be inconsistent.

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Fun Fact

The film features an ensemble cast of rising stars from the Russian film industry, each contributing a unique segment to the overall narrative.

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