This movie deserves notoriety for only two things: the cinematography and the costumes. The quality of the shots and the fact that it's done in one continuous shot and the actors don't seem especially nervous about screwing up bodes well. Otherwise, it was dull and boring high-brow crap. I had mucho trouble staying awake. I'm not Russian, but I saw very little story and essentially felt like I was watching a affluent version of Dance Party USA, MTV Beach Party, or Soul Train with the cameraman talking to one of the attendees.
Please, please remember that historical relevance does not by itself make a story interesting! If you like costumes, then don't miss this one, but if you're interested in an engaging story and not just beautiful photography and people, then save yourself two hours.
Please, please remember that historical relevance does not by itself make a story interesting! If you like costumes, then don't miss this one, but if you're interested in an engaging story and not just beautiful photography and people, then save yourself two hours.