Russian Snark (2010)

When you're making the film of your life, it's easy to lose the plot!

Russian Snark (2010) poster

Misha (Stephen Papps), a once celebrated filmmaker who has fallen on hard times, resolves to leave his homeland in search of a film-friendly country where he can pursue his career. With his wife Nadia (Elena Stejko) in tow he sets sail from Russia in a tiny lifeboat, drifting cross the Pacific to finally arrive in New Zealand. Before long Misha realises that New Zealand is no more receptive to his ideas and aesthetic than Russia. Yet he perseveres with his experimental film, ignoring his wife’s pleas to find work. Misha increasingly withdraws into himself, and his relationship with Nadia collapses. Alone, his obsessions take hold and he steadily descends into madness. Only a chance encounter with a young Polynesian woman saves him from the ultimate act of self-destruction. His friendship with Roseanna (Stephanie Tauevihi) inspires a re-awakening, as he begins to reconnect with the world around him.

Director: Stephen Sinclair
Genre: Drama, Comedy
Runtime: 79 min
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Production: Godzone Pictures Ltd
Country: New Zealand
Language: Pусский, English
Original Language: en

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More Films by Director: Stephen Sinclair
More Films in Genre: Drama, Comedy

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Russian Snark about?
Misha (Stephen Papps), a once celebrated filmmaker who has fallen on hard times, resolves to leave his homeland in search of a film-friendly country where he can pursue his career. With his wife Nadia (Elena Stejko) in tow he sets sail from Russia in a tiny lifeboat, drifting cross the Pacific to finally arrive in New Zealand. Before long Misha realises that New Zealand is no more receptive to his ideas and aesthetic than Russia. Yet he perseveres with his experimental film, ignoring his wife’s pleas to find work. Misha increasingly withdraws into himself, and his relationship with Nadia collapses. Alone, his obsessions take hold and he steadily descends into madness. Only a chance encounter with a young Polynesian woman saves him from the ultimate act of self-destruction. His friendship with Roseanna (Stephanie Tauevihi) inspires a re-awakening, as he begins to reconnect with the world around him.
Who directed Russian Snark?
Russian Snark was directed by Stephen Sinclair.
Who stars in Russian Snark?
Russian Snark stars Stephen Papps, Elena Stejko, Stephanie Tauevihi, Rene Naufahu, Peter Rowley, Greg Johnson.
How long is Russian Snark?
Russian Snark has a runtime of 1h 19m (79 minutes).
What genre is Russian Snark?
Russian Snark is a Drama, Comedy film.
Where was Russian Snark produced?
Russian Snark was produced in New Zealand.