Александр Самохин

Lenfilm's most recent major production spins a kind of historical fantasy based on real incidents that's full of ominous implications for today. One night, a patrol rushes into the chambers of the Russian prince Pavel, son of the Empress Catherine; the Empress has died, and Pavel is to be anointed the new Tsar. Thought to be feeble-minded at best and crazy at worst, Pavel soon lives up to his enemies' fears: he dismisses long-serving courtiers, demands that peasants only work three days a week, and declares that state officials should start their days at 5 am. Soon, it seems that everyone who can is trying to hatch some kind of plot against him - including his own sons. Sumptuously designed, POOR POOR PAVEL constrasts the imperial splendor of the court with the sordid atmosphere of conspiracies and backstabbing that comes to define these characters' lives.

Dashing 90s. Jeff, a DJ at a small radio station, receives news of his father's sudden illness and accidentally falls into a series of unexpected events. He meets a mysterious nurse and witnesses the death of a reputable drug dealer.

Successful, but very lonely journalist Polina does not start serious relationships with men – having experienced infidelity, she is afraid to make the right choice again. One day, Polina's work brings her an interesting acquaintance and an unusual gift – a magic bracelet. With his help, she can "try on life" with the man she likes and fast forward three years to check out how their future together will turn out. Polina embarks on an exciting journey through her alternative destinies, but the search for the perfect groom is delayed.