WANDERLIST: Ten famous films set in Moscow

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  • “Moscow Does Not Believe in Tears” (1980) – This Oscar-winning film follows the lives of three young women in different periods of their lives in Moscow.
  • “Leviathan” (2014) – A powerful drama that delves into corruption, greed, and the struggle for justice in modern-day Russia, set in a small coastal town near Moscow.
  • “Burnt by the Sun” (1994) – Directed by Nikita Mikhalkov, this film is set in the 1930s and tells the story of a former Red Army officer experiencing the impact of Stalinism in Moscow.
  • “Night Watch” (2004) – A fantasy thriller with elements of horror, this film explores the battle between the forces of light and darkness in Moscow.
  • “Day Watch” (2006) – This sequel to “Night Watch” continues the story of the supernatural conflict in Moscow, with action-packed sequences and a complex plot.
  • “Brother” (1997) – A cult classic directed by Aleksei Balabanov, this film follows the life of a young man returning to Moscow after serving in the Chechen war.
  • “Moscow on the Hudson” (1984) – Starring Robin Williams, this comedy-drama tells the story of a Soviet musician who defects to the United States during a trip to New York but experiences culture shock and difficulties adapting to a new life.
  • “The Irony of Fate, or Enjoy Your Bath!” (1976) – This romantic comedy has become a beloved New Year’s tradition in Russia. It centres around a case of mistaken identity when a man ends up in the wrong apartment in Moscow.
  • “Stalingrad” (2013) – While the majority of the film takes place in Stalingrad, there are significant portions set in Moscow. This war drama depicts the Battle of Stalingrad during World War II.
  • “War and Peace” (1966) – Although the majority of this epic film is set during the Napoleonic Wars, there are portions of the story that take place in Moscow, showcasing the city’s grandeur and significance.
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