Movies and TvShows featuring "provincial-russia" theme.

In 1870s Russian Empire, a civil engineer becomes involved in an underground movement of political activism and terrorism, challenged by his naivety and idealism.

The Brothers Karamazov is a captivating drama set in provincial Russia. It revolves around the lives of the Karamazov brothers who are torn apart by their contrasting beliefs and the murder of their father. This thought-provoking story explores themes of faith, morality, and the human condition.

Yevgeny Yevstigneyev, Georgy Burkov, Leonid Yarmolnik, Galina Polskikh in a sad comedy by Sergey Nikonenko based on Vasily Shukshin’s short stories “Touches on the Portrait”, “The Stubborn One”, “The Strong Go Further”. Nikolai Knyazev works in a TV repair shop. God has blessed him with golden hands and heart, yet the majority of his fellow-town folk think he’s a bit nutty. And for a good reason: he’s constructing a perpetual motion machine, for years has been writing a philosophical treatise, dreaming of world fame and looking down on the other inhabitants of this sinful earth. But no matter how hard he is looking, he can’t see where his happiness (that is, post-office employee Lyuba) lies…

Set in a provincial town, 'The Ugly Swans' takes place in a dystopian future where genetic mutation and paranormal phenomenon threaten humanity. A gifted student, living with her father, a writer, uncovers a hidden portal to another dimension. As she delves deeper into the mysteries of the forbidden city, she discovers sinister plots involving chemical weapons, alien invasions, and the end of mankind. With the help of a group of scientists and philosophers, she must unravel the truth and prevent the catastrophe that looms over humanity.

This fairy tale film is dedicated to the memory of the great film director Alexander Row, the founder of the genre. Once upon a time there lived a brave and kind hero named Finist the Bright Falcon. He was famous for his strength, courage and a heart of gold. But one day the Russian land was attacked by an evil enemy, Kartaus, who turned our hero into a forest monster. This spell was cast on a condition that Finist might become a man again, should a beautiful girl, Alyonushka, fall in love with him while he was a beast.

In a small town in provincial Russia, the lives of various characters intertwine as they navigate love, marriage, and societal expectations. Balzaminov, an eccentric man from a rich family, becomes involved in an arranged marriage with a widow. As the wedding approaches, unexpected twists and turns occur, challenging the characters' relationships and forcing them to confront their own desires and dreams.

The Theme is a comedy-drama set in Soviet Russia, following the story of a writer who faces controversy and personal struggles. It explores themes of anti-Semitism, provincial life in Russia, and the rock music scene. The protagonist deals with a midlife crisis, marital separation, and a strained relationship with his son. Through eavesdropping and overhearing conversations, he uncovers secrets and experiences emigration. The film also delves into the relationship between friends and tackles issues of censorship and dissidence.

My Tender and Affectionate Beast is a drama and romance movie set in provincial Russia in the year 1880. The story revolves around forbidden love in a society marked by poverty and strict societal norms. It is based on a play and novel, exploring themes of young love, the struggles of women, and the challenges faced in a rural Russian setting. The movie delves into the complexities of relationships and the consequences of defying societal expectations.

Faratyev, a resident of a small Russian town, dreams of escaping his mundane life and pursuing his fantasies. As he becomes increasingly frustrated with his monotonous existence, he finds solace in his vivid imagination and embarks on a whimsical journey to fulfill his desires.

Klava and Seryozha (Sergey) have been together since preschool. He, one of the smartest kids in school, has always been in love with her but considered her more of just a pretty face rather than an intelligent person. He let her copy his homework and gave her his parents' things as gifts. When they are teens, Klava rejects his love because she knows that he doesn't value her for her, and instead is attracted to Lavrik, another intelligent boy from school. Klava likes him because for the first time she feels like someone is really interested in her as a person. Seryoszha, being very dramatic and wanting Klava's/everyone else's sympathy, writes a suicide note, "Please blame Klava K. for my death," but can he really commit suicide? Eventually he realizes that he is being too shallow and that while he makes such a drama out of such small problems, the people around him have real problems, but never said a thing.

The younger of two sisters living together suddenly meets the love of her life...

A widow and her son move to a village where the teacher becomes a pillar of support for their new life, bringing them hope and healing.

Third and final part of the comedies about the funny adventures of countryside cop named Aniskin.

Yuri Zvyagin - a psychologist and host of TV show decides to help one of the watchers and flies to her remote town.