Once Upon a Time in Odesa
Once Upon a Time in Odesa

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Once Upon a Time in Odesa

2016
Movie
5 min
Russian

An assassination attempt on a high-ranking official in the center of Odesa, Ukraine.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Kirill SerebrennikovGenres: Drama, Crime

Plot Summary

The film chronicles the life and tumultuous events surrounding a group of young people in Odesa during the late Soviet era. It delves into their dreams, struggles, and the harsh realities of the time, exploring themes of rebellion, love, and survival against a backdrop of social and political change. The narrative follows their intertwined fates as they navigate a world on the cusp of transformation.

Critical Reception

Once Upon a Time in Odesa received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its atmospheric direction, strong performances, and evocative portrayal of a specific historical period. Some noted its artistic ambition and stylistic choices, while others found its pacing or narrative focus to be uneven.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its distinct visual style and mood.

  • Applauded for its compelling performances, particularly from the lead actors.

  • Noted for its immersive depiction of the late Soviet era in Odesa.

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Fun Fact

The film is based on the novel 'Odesa' by Ukrainian writer Yevgeny Kleiman and draws inspiration from the cultural and historical context of Odesa in the 1970s and 1980s.

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