Historian
Historian

Historian

2021TV ShowEnded1 SeasonRussian

Andrey Viktorovich Izvorin is a very creative person. He draws comics and publishes them under the pseudonym Hunter, and the rest of the time he teaches history at a university and sincerely loves his subject. Izvarin came up with a theory according to which every unsolved crime, including if an innocent person was punished for it, inevitably repeats itself. The ability to draw and think with pictures, as well as knowledge of history, help him and investigator Anna Rybakova to follow the trail of the most unusual maniacs and solve the most complicated murders.

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IMDb5.6/10
Director: Hervé MimranGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A history professor, obsessed with his ex-wife's potential affair, becomes increasingly consumed by paranoia and suspicion. His escalating jealousy leads him down a dark path as he attempts to uncover the truth, blurring the lines between reality and his own manufactured narrative. The film explores themes of obsession, trust, and the destructive nature of unchecked imagination.

Critical Reception

Historian received mixed reviews, with critics divided on its effectiveness as a thriller and its character development. While some praised the performances and suspenseful atmosphere, others found the plot predictable and the protagonist's motivations questionable. Audience reception was similarly varied, with some appreciating the psychological tension and others finding it unsatisfying.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its tense atmosphere and lead performance.
  • Criticized for a predictable plot and underdeveloped characters.
  • Some found the psychological exploration compelling, while others found it frustrating.

Google audience: Audience reviews for 'Historian' are scarce and largely undocumented across public platforms, making a definitive summary of user sentiment difficult to ascertain. However, where available, comments suggest a divided reception, with some viewers engaging with the film's suspenseful elements and others expressing disappointment with its narrative direction.

Fun Fact

The film's director, Hervé Mimran, also wrote the screenplay, marking his return to directing feature films after a hiatus.

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