
Of Freaks and Men
Of Freaks and Men is a 1998 Russian historical comedy-drama film directed by Aleksei Balabanov.
Plot
Filmed initially in black and white, then entirely in sepia tone, this film set in turn of the century Russia is centered on two families and their decline at the hands of one man, Johann, and his pornographic endeavours. Hailed by some as a masterpiece, the movie comments on the decline of Russian society as a result of the rise of capitalism.
More details
author | Aleksei Balabanov |
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contentLocation | Saint Petersburg |
director | Aleksei Balabanov |
editor | Marina Lipartia |
events | pornography sexual fantasy |
genre | comedy-drama historical |
keywords | black and white film set turn of the century |
nomination | European Film Award for Best Actress |
producer | Sergei Selyanov |
productionCompany | SoyuzKino STV |