St. Sophia's Cross. Pigeon of Peace

(2019)

★ 8.5 IMDb · 2,383 votes

Genres: Documentary

Year: 2019

Runtime: 44 min

Country: Россия

Plot

The film tells about the return of the cross from the St. Sophia Cathedral of Veliky Novgorod to its homeland - this happened 62 years after its disappearance. It turned out that all these years the cross has been in the chapel of the Museum of the Military Engineering Academy of Spain near Madrid. Also in the film is about the mystery of “Mila’s Albums” - a unique document about Nazi atrocities during the years of occupation, about the feat of restorers - the restoration in the shortest possible time of the grandiose monument “Millennium of Russia”, about the unique restoration of ancient temples and monasteries of the Novgorod land. The plot of the film reveals deep psychological and social conflicts, immersing the viewer in an emotionally rich story. The main characters face difficult life choices, overcome a series of serious trials and search for their own path to truth and justice. The director's work is distinguished by the highest mastery of storytelling, impeccable framing and attention to the smallest details of the character of each character. The visuals and cinematography highlight the unique atmosphere of the film, creating a unique effect of complete presence. The musical accompaniment is in perfect harmony with the events taking place on the screen, enhancing the drama of key moments and leaving an unforgettable impression after viewing. This film is deservedly one of the best films of its genre and will be an ideal choice for our movie evening on the roof.