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Actor, Singer and Politician Vakhtang Kikabidze Dead at 84

The Georgian actor, singer and political figure Vakhtang Kikabidze died in a Tbilisi hospital on Sunday. The cause of death was not released, but his producer...

Actress Inna Churikova Dies at 79

Inna Churikova, one of the most celebrated and prolific actresses of the Soviet Union and Russia, died on Saturday at the age of 79. The cause of death...

instant classic

Reboot of Soviet Cartoon Becomes Russia’s Highest-Grossing Film Ever

A Russian film reboot featuring legendary Soviet cartoon character Cheburashka has become Russia’s highest-grossing film of all time, surpassing...

Russian Cinemas Sit Idle Amid Hollywood Walkout

Revenue and attendance have both plummeted at Russia's major cinema chains.

to ban or not to ban

A Non-Russian Russian Year at the Cannes Film Festival

Last year's triumph was followed by this year's ban, but all the same Russian culture was everywhere.

Russian Director Kirill Serebrennikov Condemns War at Cannes Festival

The Russian war in Ukraine is one of the main themes of the festival, a dark undertone to the post-pandemic celebration.

A Short List of New Ukrainian Film Hits

Ukrainian filmmakers have been winning awards and filling movie theaters in recent years. Don't miss out.

Celebrated Russian Director to Make Eduard Limonov Biopic

The film will be released in the spring of 2023 after additional filming this summer.

russia stay home

The Curtain Falls on Russian Films in Europe

After a banner year for Russian film in 2021, this year Russian movies and actors won't be seen on screen.

Yakut Films Ready to Replace Hollywood Blockbusters in Russia

As Western film companies cease distribution in Russia, Yakut filmmakers are ready to start dubbing their movies.

Russian Animated Film Nominated for Oscars 2022

The unusual love story "Boxballet" by Anton Dyakov is a contender for the short animated film award.

Russian Director Sergei Soloviev, Dead at 77

The director was most famous for his trilogy of films loosely about the disintegration of Soviet society.

Russia on screen

The Venice Film Festival and Russia's Very Good Year

Russian cinema is having a moment. In fact, Russian cinema is having a great year.

Russia's cursed questions

Alexei German Jr.'s 'House Arrest' Hits the Big Screen in Russia

What happens when you make a joke about the mayor?

cinematic pandemic

Kirill Serebrennikov's 'Flu' Comes to Russia

Russian movie-goers seem to appreciate the film's phantasmagorical vibe.

If You Love Cinema, Keep Your Eye on Kira Kovalenko

The director spoke about her film, her mentors and her Caucasus.

Russian Season at the Cannes Film Festival

Russia seems to have entered a new era of filmmaking at Cannes this year.

Netflix Acquires Rights to Russia's Cult ‘Brat’ Films

The "Brat" films about the first chaotic decade of post-Soviet life are cult classics in Russia.

Film Award Season Comes to Moscow

The NIKA awards and Moscow International Film Festival awards were made public last week.

center of the storm

Filmmaker Vitaly Mansky on Artdocfest and Russia on Film

Galina Stolyarova talks with Vitaly Mansky about films, being attacked, and why he won't film Putin.

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