Magnetic Storms

★★★★★

Original title: Magnitnye buri

2003 · 1 h 33 min

Directed by Vadim Abdrashitov · Russia / USSR · Soviet Poetic Cinema

Drama

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Cast

Maksim Averin Viktoriya Tolstoganova Lyubava Aristarkhova Sergei Pokrovsky Rushana Ziafitdinova Boris Shuvalov

Credits

Written by: Aleksandr Mindadze

Plot

The test of feelings, a love triangle, strikes and labor unrest at his native plant are increasingly captivating the protagonist and lead to separation from his wife.

Sinekatalog’s take

A man's love triangle and labor unrest at his old plant draw him away from his wife. A somber, understated Russian drama about feelings tested. For admirers of this director's measured style.Sinekatalog’s own editorial review – not a user or critic quote.

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Awards

• Nika Award 2004: Best Director (Nika Award for Best Director) — Vadim Abdrashitov

Ratings

IMDb: 5.6 / 10 (118 votes)
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