Станция «Восток». На пороге жизни

(2016)

★ 8.3 IMDb · 678 votes

Genres: Documentary

Year: 2016

Runtime: 90 min

Director: Olga Stefanova

Plot

The documentary tells about the history of the exploration of Antarctica, namely the Vostok station. In February 2012, a sensation spread around the world: “In the area of ​​the Antarctic Vostok station, Russian scientists drilled a hole 3,700 meters deep in the glacier and penetrated into the most ancient and inaccessible lake on the planet!” The news and newspapers reported: “Lake Vostok is the most grandiose geographical discovery of our time!” The world is excited - what will be extracted from the well? Almost sixty years ago, members of the second Soviet Antarctic expedition, having traveled one and a half thousand kilometers deep into the unfamiliar continent, reached the region of the South Geomagnetic Pole. Here, at an altitude of three thousand five hundred meters above sea level, they founded the Vostok polar station. 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.