An old-school movie easy to underrate. It does slightly subvert its genre, just enough to feel fresh and interesting. Extremely well paced, a bit like a train, you could say (:/) It's a strong competitor to its western counterparts, the characters are well defined and developped. The fantasy is humble and grounded. The improbability of this characters getting along surprised me and adds a layer of meaning to the message.
It really is well made, I was transported to that compartment and that russian winter. It is welcomed to see a more realistic depiction of russian warmth, with its gifts and bribes, being so used to the caricatures. Again, some nice cultural tourism through movies. Of course, it's terribly sad to know where Finland and Russia relations are heading a few months after this film's release.
It's a hopeful film tinged with melancholy. Better to go in blind.
It really is well made, I was transported to that compartment and that russian winter. It is welcomed to see a more realistic depiction of russian warmth, with its gifts and bribes, being so used to the caricatures. Again, some nice cultural tourism through movies. Of course, it's terribly sad to know where Finland and Russia relations are heading a few months after this film's release.
It's a hopeful film tinged with melancholy. Better to go in blind.