A deliberately bleak, grim, and slow-burning film that weaves together seemingly unrelated short stories to explore themes of broken family values, isolation, and mistrust. These narratives are linked by the journey of two men navigating a desolate, apocalyptic landscape of soviet-style tower blocks. The setting is visually stunning and the performances are exceptional. As a directorial debut, it’s captivating and ambitious. While I’m still uncertain about the film’s intended message or how these stories connect within the larger theme, I was thoroughly engrossed from beginning to end. Perhaps understanding the meaning isn’t necessary, because the film truly made me feel something. Very good.

A deliberately bleak, grim, and slow-burning film that weaves together seemingly unrelated short stories to explore themes of broken family values, isolation, and mistrust. These narratives are linked by the journey of two men navigating a desolate, apocalyptic landscape of soviet-style tower blocks. The setting is visually stunning and the performances are exceptional. As a directorial debut, it’s captivating and ambitious. While I’m still uncertain about the film’s intended message or how these stories connect within the larger theme, I was thoroughly engrossed from beginning to end. Perhaps understanding the meaning isn’t necessary, because the film truly made me feel something. Very good.