In 1889, mounted on a small gray horse named Serko, Dimitri leaves his garrison on the Asian borders of the Russian Empire on the banks of the Amur River. After extraordinary adventures, they both arrive in St. Petersburg, at the court of the Tsar. Having covered more than 9000 kilometers in less than 200 days, this young rider has achieved the most fantastic equestrian feat of all time.
Cinematography
Siberia and Mongolia shot like they're swallowing humans whole.
Acting
Gamblin's thousand-yard stare carries 96 minutes basically alone.
Practical Effects
Real locations, real weather, real horse—zero comfort watching this.
Director
Joël Farges
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
This barely-released French-Russian co-production is essentially unknown in English-speaking markets, making it a genuine hidden gem for 'I watched what?' bragging rights.
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