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Fedosian Tale

Name: Fedosian Tale
Released: 2021-08-12
Duration: 90 min

2021

Movie

90 min

Russian

The story of the boy Mitya, who first arrived in the Crimea and dreams of helping his grandfather save the house from being sold. To do this, he needs to reach out to the heart of his dad Eugene. With the help of a magic book, he will find himself in the land of Dreams, which was born of fantasy and now its existence is under threat. If Mitya can save the country, then his dad will remember that once he began to compose this book himself. To do this, Mitya needs to pass tests and prove that his thoughts are pure, desires are sincere, and be able to resist the company of teenagers.

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IMDb7.6/10

Director: Arsen Avanesyan•Genres: Drama, War

Plot Summary

Set in 1988 Karabakh, the film depicts the turbulent period leading up to the war. It follows the story of a young boy named Arsen whose life is profoundly impacted by the escalating ethnic tensions and violence. The narrative explores themes of childhood innocence shattered by conflict, the complexities of human relationships in times of crisis, and the devastating consequences of war.

Critical Reception

Fedosian Tale has garnered significant attention, particularly within Armenian cinema circles, for its poignant portrayal of a sensitive historical period. While detailed international critical reviews are sparse, the film has been praised for its emotional depth and authentic depiction of the era's socio-political climate. Audience reception has been largely positive, resonating with those familiar with the historical context.