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Comrade Major

TV ShowIn Production1 SeasonRussian

San Sanych Kuleshov is a major of the FSB. He works in the wiretapping department. San Sanych has huge opportunities. He can connect to any smartphone, check any laptop, get into any desktop computer and find out everything about his "object". For many years, Sanych was part of a soulless state machine. He didn't ask unnecessary questions and did his job. So he lived to be 50 years old and suddenly realized that people are kind, weak and defenseless. They don't need surveillance, they need help. San Sanych becomes a hero, but a secret one. He appears where he is not expected, and causes good, despite the fact that no one asks him about it.

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IMDb6.4/10
Google Users80%
Director: Miroslav MomčilovićGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

In a Serbia where communist ideology still prevails, a father and his family grapple with the absurdity of a totalitarian regime and their own mundane lives. The story unfolds through a series of comedic and dramatic situations, highlighting the everyday struggles and the resilience of the human spirit under oppressive circumstances. It's a satirical look at a society where old ideals clash with modern realities.

Critical Reception

Comrade Major received a mixed to positive reception. Critics often praised its satirical humor and performances, particularly Andrija Milošević, while some found the pacing uneven and the social commentary occasionally heavy-handed. Audiences generally responded well to its relatable portrayal of everyday life under a unique political system.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its sharp satirical wit and dark humor.
  • Andrija Milošević's central performance was widely commended.
  • Some critics noted a lack of consistent tone and thematic depth.

Google audience: Google users generally appreciated the film's unique premise and the humorous, albeit sometimes dark, portrayal of life under a communist system. The relatable characters and the blend of comedy and drama were frequently highlighted as positives. However, a few reviews suggested that the satire could have been sharper or more consistently applied.

Fun Fact

The film's setting, a fictionalized Serbia adhering to communist principles in the modern day, serves as a satirical allegory for societal and political commentary rather than a strict historical depiction.

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