Title |
Sokrovishcha O.K. |
Director |
Dmitriy Korobkin |
Writers |
Andrey Nikolaev, Milana Zabello, Vadim Byrkin |
Stars |
Alex Sparrow, Mariya Kozhevnikova, Elvira Ibragimova |
Genre |
Adventure, Comedy |
Tagline |
Net vremeni obyasnyat ("There's no time to explain") |
Plot Summary |
The film is set during the siege of Kazan by Ivan the Terrible, where the beautiful khansha Syuyumbike hides untold riches in Lake Kaban. Azim discovers the treasure and is entrusted with its secret. 500 years later, the mystery of the treasure sparks a new adventure as characters search for it. |
Premise |
The film blends historical events from Ivan the Terrible's siege of Kazan with adventure and comedy as characters seek a legendary hidden treasure in Lake Kaban. |
Setting |
The story unfolds during the 16th century in Kazan, Russia, during Ivan the Terrible's siege, as well as in modern times where the treasure hunt continues. |
Main Characters |
Syuyumbike (Mariya Kozhevnikova), Azim (Sergey Shakurov), Rustem (Baybulat Batullin), Ivan the Terrible (Gosha Kutsenko) |
Themes |
Treasure Hunt, Historical Adventure, Mystery, Comedy |
Tone |
A light-hearted, adventurous comedy with historical intrigue, providing a fun ride that mixes myth and history. |
Audience Reception |
Positive for the performances and the film's fun vibe, but criticized by some for portraying Russian cultural dominance and its portrayal of Tatar characters. |
Music |
Song: Ne plach', devchonka (Don’t Cry, Girl), Music by Vladimir Shainskiy, Lyrics by Vladimir Kharitonov, performed by Lev Leshchenko. |
Cultural and Historical Context |
Set against the backdrop of the historical siege of Kazan, the film explores Tatar culture, cuisine, and landmarks, while giving a glimpse into the region of Tatarstan. |
Critic Review Highlights |
Critics appreciate the acting, particularly from the Tatar cast, and the depiction of Kazan's culture, though some feel the film leans too heavily on Russian cultural dominance. |
Production Notes |
Includes local landmarks and cultural references to Tatarstan, but some viewers found the mix of modern comedy and historical drama jarring. |