A return to where it all started for Konchalovsky. This comic retelling of the goose that laid the golden egg story was shot on location in a Russian peasant village and employs an almost entirely non-professional cast. This grounds the picture's fairy tale plot in a convincingly authentic world. The film is fresh and funny and the social comment that there is is presented with a light touch. Pic works both as a fairy tale comedy and as a fascinating glimpse into the lives of ordinary Russian peasants. It's hard to believe this is from the man who directed "Tango and Cash".
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Riouba the hen certainly makes people run!
soniaandree22 September 2006
Warning: Spoilers
As Russian movies go, this one is a gem of Russian comedy. The story starts with an old woman's hen laying golden eggs (traditional Russian folk lore) and because the old woman lives in a Kolkhoze (village living as a communist community), the situation gets out of hand, especially if everyone thinks that the eggs should be shared (or privately stolen). So starts the race to be the one who gets the hen, or the one to get the eggs... This is a recommended movie for all ages, and could be a great screening if the DVD was out. Highly funny, a great example of Russian humour, this comedy won't let you indifferent and will appeal to everyone. Highly recommended!
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