Monday, July 9, 2012

Prisoners of the Mountain

Russian writer and director Sergey Bodrov got his international breakthrough with this stunning anti-war film. In order to get his imprisoned son released, a Muslim man takes two Soviet soldiers hostage in the remote Caucasus mountains where loyalties are tested in a fight for survival. Based on a short story by Leo Tolstoy, Bodrov and his co-writers delivered a classic and timeless tale that's shattering and heartfelt at the same time. Terrific performances and breathtaking locations make this film an unforgettable experience. Oleg Menshikov stars along Sergey Bodrov Jr. who made his feature debut before his untimely tragic death. 1001 films' coverage of films on DVD.

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