Burnt by the Sun
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Movie Reviews of Burnt by the Sun
Movie Review: Fascinating
Summary: 5 Stars
This film is a memorable experience-- you will find yourself really loving the characters and the climax at the end breaks your heart. Give it a chance-- you won't regret it.
Very few Americans know much about Russian history or culture, which isn't entirely our fault due to the Cold War creating an atmosphere of fear and ignorance. But really, if you want to watch this film, a lot of things will make more sense if you have any CLUE about Russian history before, during, and after the Bolshevik revolution. Also, some things, like the white fireball, are not "mysterious"--just ask a Russian person to explain the reference to you. I also have to take offense at the comment by another reviewer that Russians are melodramatic or overbearing, or portrayed that way. *That comment* is melodramatic and overbearing.
Movie Review: lyrically beautiful and haunting
Summary: 5 Stars
This film, about the last peaceful summer enjoyed by Colonel Kotov, a Bolshevik hero, his wife and daughter moves slowly and lyrically through the languid summer days, lulling the viewer with beauty and laughter.
The arrival of an unusual guest, Kotov's wife's former lover, injects some insecurity into the atmosphere. The tension builds gradually. Before the viewer has had much time to figure out what is going on, they are swept up in the terror of the Stalinist purges, much as the Soviets themselves were.
Strong acting, incredible landscapes, and a gripping story based on reality all make this a film worth seeing, and seeing again.
Movie Review: Visually stunning . . .
Summary: 5 Stars
The endless summer day of love, lust, eating, fine friends, laughter and tears cannot last. Nikita Michalkov's brilliant film is moving . . . the hero revels in his last day of freedom. The acting is outstanding. The luscious tranquil scenery is the backdrop for this emotionally charged film. The hero faces fate with a laugh and a wink--he charges forward to certain death--he's ordered and has no choice. I couldn't turn away from this movie. It's images linger on in my brain. The undercurrent of the torment of the cruel state is symbolized by the balloon honoring Stalin. We remember all those brave souls who we're burnt by the sun.Movie Review: I understand how difficult it is to understand...
Summary: 5 Stars
It is SO funny to read these reviews sometimes... But I can get it. We have so much in different between our nations that I don't even wanna talk about it right now. I'll be happy to answer to all of your questions you might have about this movie. I bet you understood how deep this movie is. It does have more questions than answers especially when you watch it less than 3 times. Of course I don't even talk about people who wanted to press 'fwd' button. These guys will never get Russian culture at all. But people are people. For me - this is the best russian movie ever, it has outstanding plays and very, very deep...Movie Review: amazing peice of russian film
Summary: 5 Stars
anyone who says this film is mediocre or bad just doesn't "get it". the russians have a higher standard for film than americans do, and do not mind length and "slow pace". but this film is *anything* but boring. a true story of a highly decorated soviet officer who finds himself subjected to stalin's purges. mikhalov won best international film @ cannes the year it came out. phenominal. touching. artistic at points. moving. a MUST see for any russian film lover! or anyone wanting to learn more about soviet russia.