The Signpost to Destiny (2007)

The Signpost to Destiny (2007) poster

Many myths, stories and traditions are associated with the lime tree, going back to the Middle Ages, Celtic times and as far back as Ancient Greece. In Russia, the story goes, that on discovering his lover's infidelity, landowner Pavel Kazantsev was so heartbroken that he could not forgive Anastasia's disloyalty and buried her alive. He planted a lime tree to mark the spot where she lay, and years later villagers still go to the tree to ask Anastasia for help, particularly in affairs of the heart. Marina is the wife of a successful businessman also coincidentally called Pavel Kazantsev. One day, after a family quarrel, Pavel takes Marina to their country house where she discovers that Oleg has a lover - Anastasia. Marina soon learns about the legend of Anastasia's tree from the local villagers. The coincidence with names is disturbing, but a worse discovery is still to come.

Director: Oleg Filipenko
Genre: Romance, Crime
Runtime: 103 min
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Music: Aleksandr Soshalskiy
Country: Russia
Language: Pусский
Original Language: ru
More Films by Director: Oleg Filipenko
More Films in Genre: Romance, Crime

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Signpost to Destiny about?
Many myths, stories and traditions are associated with the lime tree, going back to the Middle Ages, Celtic times and as far back as Ancient Greece. In Russia, the story goes, that on discovering his lover's infidelity, landowner Pavel Kazantsev was so heartbroken that he could not forgive Anastasia's disloyalty and buried her alive. He planted a lime tree to mark the spot where she lay, and years later villagers still go to the tree to ask Anastasia for help, particularly in affairs of the heart. Marina is the wife of a successful businessman also coincidentally called Pavel Kazantsev. One day, after a family quarrel, Pavel takes Marina to their country house where she discovers that Oleg has a lover - Anastasia. Marina soon learns about the legend of Anastasia's tree from the local villagers. The coincidence with names is disturbing, but a worse discovery is still to come.
Who directed The Signpost to Destiny?
The Signpost to Destiny was directed by Oleg Filipenko.
Who stars in The Signpost to Destiny?
The Signpost to Destiny stars Olga Krasko, Igor Mirkurbanov, Nina Antonova, Svetlana Antonova, Pavel Trubiner, Serhii Romaniuk.
How long is The Signpost to Destiny?
The Signpost to Destiny has a runtime of 1h 43m (103 minutes).
What genre is The Signpost to Destiny?
The Signpost to Destiny is a Romance, Crime film.
Where was The Signpost to Destiny produced?
The Signpost to Destiny was produced in Russia.