1612: Chronicles of the Dark Time

1612: Хроники смутного времени
1612: Chronicles of the Dark Time
Genres: History, Drama
Rating: 5
Year:2007
Country:RU
Budget: 12 000 000 $
Runtime: 2h 15min

Description:

In this historical drama set against the backdrop of Russia's "Time of Troubles" in the late 16th and early 17th century, power struggles and deceit emerge as a dying czar leaves behind a vacuum of authority. Amongst the chaos, various impostors vie for control while only one true heir exists: Czarina Kseniya Godunova.The story takes an intriguing turn with the arrival of a Polish military leader, who marries the Czarina in hopes of seizing power over all Russia under her name. As tensions escalate and the Poles make their move on Moscow to install the Czarina on the throne, Andrei, a serf who has long held an infatuation for the royal figure, steps in with a courageous mission to save her from her brutal husband's grasp.With themes of power, love, and deception, the film delves deep into the complexities of human nature and the struggle for control amidst political turmoil. Through its portrayal of historical events, it invites viewers to explore the depths of ambition and sacrifice in pursuit of power.

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