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The President and his Granddaughter
Moscow Year New Year's Eve 1987. In the 25th hospital on duty are the obstetrician and the nurse. They make the rounds, after which sit down to celebrate the New Year. Suddenly, the hospital ambulance arrives with a pregnant woman - daughter of the general, who had an accident and she started the premature birth. Despite the exhortations of doctors that gestational age is a tragic turn for the child, a fierce general, threatening with a pistol, forcing him to take delivery. A child is born dead, and intimidated doctor decides to replace it for a living. On the same day another woman gave birth to twin-girls, one of which is changed. Ironically, the two girls called Masha.
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Plot Summary
During World War II, a young Jewish girl named Anya is hidden by a Russian family, the Grinyovs, in a village occupied by Nazi forces. Anya forms a deep bond with the family's son, Volodya, and later with his grandfather, the former President of the Soviet Union. The film depicts the struggles and sacrifices of ordinary people trying to survive the brutal realities of war and occupation. Anya's life is constantly in danger, but she finds moments of love and resilience amidst the chaos.
Critical Reception
The film was not widely released internationally and primarily received attention within Russian and post-Soviet film circles. It is noted for its sensitive portrayal of human relationships during wartime.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its emotional depth and portrayal of humanity amidst conflict.
Appreciated for its focus on individual stories within the larger historical context of WWII.
Some found the narrative pacing to be slow, but acknowledged the powerful performances.
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Awards & Accolades
Nominated for the Golden St. George at the Moscow International Film Festival.
Fun Fact
The film was based on the screenplay by Leonid Porochkin, who also penned the screenplay for the acclaimed Soviet war film 'The Dawns Here Are Quiet'.
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