SUMMER
SUMMER

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SUMMER

2021
Movie
15 min
English

Over the space of a summer, Liam filmed, edited, and released a single shot every day. The outcome? A documentary that blurs the line between fiction and non-fiction.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Director: Igor VoloshinGenres: Drama, History

Plot Summary

In 1970s Soviet Union, a young woman named Olga, who dreams of becoming a mathematician, finds herself caught in a complex love triangle. While studying at Moscow State University, she becomes involved with two very different men: a charming, ambitious student and a more mature, established professor. Her choices will impact her academic future and personal life.

Critical Reception

Summer received a mixed to positive reception, with critics praising its atmospheric portrayal of the era and the performances of its lead actors, particularly Yuriy Borisov. Some reviewers found the plot a bit predictable, but generally, it was seen as a well-crafted period drama exploring themes of ambition, love, and the constraints of Soviet society.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its authentic period setting and evocative cinematography.

  • Performances, especially Yuriy Borisov's, were highlighted as a strong point.

  • Some found the narrative arc to be somewhat conventional.

Google audience: Audience reception on Google is not readily available for this specific title, making it difficult to summarize specific likes or dislikes.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on 35mm film to achieve an authentic visual aesthetic reminiscent of cinema from the 1970s Soviet era.

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