Sepia sequences alternate with b/w sequences. Rolan Bykov as Prof Larsen, who won a Nobel prize is very impressive as is his dying wife Teresa (Svetlana Smirnova). Christian motifs dominate the film (burial rituals, Christmas tree, Christmas star that is not visible). Final sequences remind you of The Seventh Seal and of the ending of Stromboli. Very good antinuclear war tale with writing inputs of Boris Strugatsky.
Director Lopushansky is a protege of Tarkovsky. Impressive debut for Lopushansky.
Director Lopushansky is a protege of Tarkovsky. Impressive debut for Lopushansky.