Rusalka (2007)
Release Year: 2007
Nation: Russia
Alternative Title: La sirena, Sereia, Mermaid: Lac des âmes perdues, Näkineid, Alisa
Director: Anna Melikyan
Writer: Anna Melikyan, Natalya Nazarova
Production & Genre
Producer: Producer: Ruben Dishdishyan, Bohdan Graczyk, Ulyana Ryabova
Companies: Central Partnership, Magnum Film
Budget: 1.700.000
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Keywords
Keywords: woman director
Story
Rusalka follows the life of an introverted girl who grows up believing she possesses the power to grant wishes. As she journeys to Moscow and navigates her way through young adulthood, she must confront the reality that her wish-granting abilities might not exist. Along the way, she grapples with love, modernity, and materialism, trying to reconcile her beliefs with the harsh truths of life.
Summary
Directed by Anna Melikyan, Rusalka (2007) is a charming blend of comedy, drama, and romance that explores themes of self-discovery, reality versus belief, and the complexities of navigating modern life. As a film directed by a woman, it offers a unique perspective on these themes through its protagonist's journey from childhood innocence to adult understanding.
