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Description
Beautiful Nina lives happily married, as she saw it, with intelligent Alexandr, professor of Sinology. But the debt for the mortgage begins to disturb the relationship of spouses. One day she meets Sergey, the head of the bank where her husband has debt, and so begins their passionate relationships. The story of the relationship with married Sergey hardly promises happiness, but Nina realizes that for the first time she feels true love.
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Key opinion
The film 'O lyubvi' (2017) divides opinion, with many viewers criticizing its stale, melodramatic screenplay and perceived lack of genuine emotional depth. While some appreciate the visual aesthetic of St. Petersburg and the commitment of the lead cast, others find the narrative forced and the characters difficult to empathize with.
| Production | The film utilizes the scenic atmosphere of St. Petersburg and a refined color palette to create a visually polished production. | |
| Score | The musical accompaniment, featuring classical compositions and scores by Dunayevsky, is widely considered a successful atmospheric element. | |
| Screenplay | The screenplay is criticized for relying on clichéd tropes, including the 'Cinderella' archetype and predictable love triangles that lack originality. | |
| Screenplay | The dialogue is frequently described as flat, stilted, and unnatural, hindering the audience's ability to connect with the characters. | |
| Acting | Performances are divisive: some viewers praise the lead actors for their physical presence and effort, while others find the character portrayals cold, unconvincing, or lacking in emotional intimacy. |