Dante's Heaven

In a desolate, near-future Russia, a disillusioned detective investigates a series of bizarre disappearances linked to a mysterious cult that promises salvation in a fabricated paradise. As he delves deeper, he confronts his own past and the blurred lines between reality, faith, and manipulation.

Dante's Heaven received a mixed to positive reception, with critics praising its atmospheric visuals and thought-provoking themes, though some found its pacing uneven and its narrative occasionally opaque. Audience reactions were similarly divided, appreciating its unique concept but finding it a challenging watch.

• Praised for its haunting cinematography and ambitious philosophical undertones.

• Critiqued for its slow burn and occasional narrative ambiguity.

• Seen as a visually striking, albeit somber, exploration of faith and disillusionment.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's distinctive visual style and its willingness to tackle complex, existential themes. However, many viewers found the plot to be somewhat abstract and the overall tone to be quite bleak.

Nominated for Best Cinematography at the Golden Eagle Awards.

The film's distinctive, desolate landscapes were largely achieved through a combination of practical effects and CGI, aiming to create a sense of an abandoned yet eerily beautiful post-Soviet Russia.