One of my all time favorites.

It's no definitive masterpiece but it's damn close.

Unshakable, witty and deeply felt, the film will be paying emotional dividends for a long, long time.

It's a feast for the eyes. But what really makes this dramedy work is the acting.

There are many Russian films that deserve world wide audience. In my opinion this is one of them. It is on a par with the best Hollywood thrillers and would keep you on the edge until the very end. The movie has a unique, quite interesting and realistic story line; excellent performances by the leading actors, great directing and editing. The movie made me care deeply for the characters. I might have changed the ending, but then again it is tied to the beginning. I recommend to watch.