Added to Prime Video on Wednesday, Mar 6, 2024 In a tale spanning two pivotal times, we follow Katya, a young Soviet woman who, under the guise of allegiance to communism, conducts espionage for the Americans during the post-Stalinist era. Her journey of defiance and the moral quandaries she faces are interlaced with a narrative set in the early 1990s, post-Soviet Russia. Here, her niece, an artist, unravels the mysteries of Katya’s past, revealing a story of love, sacrifice, and the complexities of identity amidst political turmoil.
Length: 93m
Genre: Drama, Romance, Thriller
This Title is: An engaging exploration of love and betrayal set against the backdrop of Cold War espionage
Despite the Falling Snow is New on Prime Video in Canada!
Trailer
Cast
- Rebecca Ferguson as Katya Grinkova / Lauren Grinkova
- Sam Reid as Alexander “Sasha” Ivanov (young)
- Charles Dance as Alexander “Sasha” Ivanov (older)
Parental Guidance
Maturity Rating: R
The film contains themes of espionage and romantic entanglements set against the Cold War, which might require guidance for younger viewers.
Trivia
- The movie was directed and written by Shamim Sarif, adapted from her own novel.
- It was shot in Belgrade, Serbia, with the score performed by the City of Prague Philharmonic Orchestra.
- Despite the Falling Snow won three awards at the 2016 Prague Independent Film Festival, including Best Feature Film, Best Actress for Rebecca Ferguson, and Best Supporting Actor for Anthony Head.
Our Review
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Despite the Falling Snow attempts to weave a complex narrative through its espionage-driven plot and romantic entanglements set against the Cold War’s backdrop. The movie shines in parts, particularly due to the performances of Rebecca Ferguson and the visual appeal of its settings. Critics, however, have noted that the film struggles with a script that sometimes lacks the necessary depth to fully flesh out its ambitious storyline. The dual timeline is an interesting concept but is said to have been executed with varying degrees of success, leading to a viewing experience that, while occasionally engaging, may leave some audiences wanting more.
Critic Scores
Despite the Falling Snow has received a mixed positive review by the critics
