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Executioner's Fresco
In a small seaside town, a group of people discover their dark past and repeat their bad habits, even those from the time of inquisition and persecutions of witches. They're ought to repeat these actions as long as they start to experience love and forgiveness in some of the following stages of reincarnation.
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Plot Summary
In this dark crime drama, a young man finds himself drawn into the criminal underworld of post-Soviet Russia. As he navigates the dangerous landscape of organized crime and violence, he becomes increasingly entangled in a web of betrayal and murder. The film explores themes of desperation, morality, and the corrupting influence of power in a society in turmoil.
Critical Reception
Executioner's Fresco was met with a mixed but generally positive reception, particularly for its gritty realism and unflinching portrayal of crime. While some critics found its violence excessive, many lauded its powerful performances and its stark depiction of the societal changes in Russia during the 1990s. It is considered a significant film in the work of Alexey Balabanov.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its raw, unflinching portrayal of Russian criminal life.
Noted for strong performances, particularly from its lead actors.
Some found the level of violence to be gratuitous.
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Fun Fact
The film was shot on a very low budget, which contributed to its raw and unpolished aesthetic that many critics found compelling.
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