Andrei Rublev

Andrei Rublev

In much wisdom there is much grief.

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Release Date

12/16/1966

Runtime

183 mins

Overview

An expansive Russian drama, this film focuses on the life of revered religious icon painter Andrei Rublev. Drifting from place to place in a tumultuous era, the peace-seeking monk eventually gains a reputation for his art. But after Rublev witnesses a brutal battle and unintentionally becomes involved, he takes a vow of silence and spends time away from his work. As he begins to ease his troubled soul, he takes steps towards becoming a painter once again.

Status

Released

Original Language

Russian

Budget

-

Revenue

$24,173

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A meditation on artistic vision and spiritual trauma set against medieval Russian brutality. Tarkovsky moves at the pace of thought itself, demanding patience but offering profound communion with an artist struggling to reconcile faith and witness.

Mood

MelancholicContemplativeBleakWistful

Themes

Art and creationFaithRedemptionGrief

Tone

Earnest

Pacing

Slow-burn

Look

Black and whiteFormalistLong takes

Structure

Linear

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