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Lana
Lana, a law student, is struggling to manage her time and finances. When she notices her roommate Kate thriving in a situation not too different from her own, she asks for some advice and is introduced to the world of transactional relationships. Over the course of a year, Lana has a series of unforgettable sexual experiences and learns the art of anal sex with a myriad of interesting clients.
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Plot Summary
In a desolate Russian town, a former boxer and now a petty criminal, 'Lana', is offered a dangerous job by a local crime boss. He must deliver a mysterious package to a remote Siberian village, facing brutal challenges and confronting his own past along the way. The journey forces him to question his loyalties and confront the harsh realities of his life.
Critical Reception
The film garnered mixed to positive reviews, with critics often praising its bleak atmosphere and strong performances, though some found the narrative disjointed. Audiences were divided, with some appreciating its gritty realism and others finding it too bleak and violent.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its gritty, unflinching portrayal of Russian provincial life.
Performances, particularly from the lead, were frequently highlighted as a strong point.
Some reviewers noted the film's slow pacing and lack of clear resolution as drawbacks.
Google audience: Audience reception on Google is not widely available. Those reviews that exist tend to be mixed, with some appreciating the film's dark themes and others finding it overly grim and difficult to watch.
Fun Fact
Director Aleksey Balabanov sadly passed away in 2013, and 'Lana' was released posthumously, compiled from footage he shot for a different project.
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