Beanpole (2019)
Original title: Dylda (Russian)
Synopsis
1945, Leningrad. World War II has devastated the city, demolishing its buildings and leaving its citizens in tatters, physically and mentally. Although the siege - one of the worst in history - is finally over, life and death continue their battle in the wreckage that remains. Two young women, Iya and Masha, search for meaning and hope in the struggle to rebuild their lives amongst the ruins.
Awards
2019: Cannes Film Festival: Un Certain Regard - Best Direction
2019: European Film Awards: Nominated for Best Actress (Viktoria Miroshnichenko)
2019: Satellite Awards: Nominated for Best International Picture
2020: Los Angeles Film Critics Association: Best Foreign Film
2020: Chicago Film Critics Awards: Nominated for Best Foreign Language Film
2020: Gotham Awards: Nominated for Best International Feature
2020: National Society of Film Critics: Nominated for Best Foreign Language Film