description Leviathan Overview
Leviathan is a 2014 Russian crime drama directed by Andrey Zvyagintsev. The film portrays systemic corruption and legal failings in a small fishing village along Russia’s Arctic coast. It examines the struggles of ordinary citizens against powerful forces, highlighting themes of injustice and desperation. Aleksei Serebryakov stars as a fisherman seeking redress for a devastating environmental disaster.
This movie is relevant to viewers interested in political thrillers, social commentary, and explorations of moral compromise within complex systems.
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info Leviathan Specifications
| Country | Russia |
| Year | 2014 |
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What is Leviathan about?
Leviathan follows Kolya, a mechanic in a northern Russian coastal town, as a corrupt mayor tries to seize his property. The 2014 film uses that legal battle to explore state power, church influence, and personal collapse.
Who directed Leviathan?
Leviathan was directed by Andrey Zvyagintsev, who also made The Return and Loveless. The film was co-written by Zvyagintsev and Oleg Negin.
Why is the Book of Job important to Leviathan?
The film draws on Job-like themes of suffering, powerlessness, and unanswered injustice. Kolya's struggle against the mayor and the courts turns into a bleak modern parable rather than a simple courtroom drama.
Did Leviathan receive major international recognition?
Yes, Leviathan won the Best Screenplay award at Cannes and was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film. It also won the Golden Globe for Best Foreign Language Film.
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