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In the fall of 1919

In the midst of the War of Independence, Estonian partisan Evgeny sets out on a reconnaissance mission and accidentally discovers an abandoned homestead. There, he encounters Leena, a communist girl defending a cache of revolutionary arms. Their dialogue reveals ideological contradictions and misunderstandings, as Leena is unaware of Estonia's proclamation of independence. Suddenly, her comrade Kolya appears, leading to a conflict. The characters must choose between loyalty to their beliefs and the dream of a free Estonia that they both long to see.

This project was pictured and edited in 24 hours for festival "Kaader"

  • Julia Viirsalu
    Key Cast
    "Leena"
  • Dmitri Tihhonov
    Key Cast
    "Uncle Kolja"
  • Jan Mirenski
    Key Cast
    "Evgeni"
  • Dmitri Tihhonov
    Directing Department
    Directed and written
  • Julia Viirsalu
    Directing Department
    Co-Scriptwriter
  • Kliment Tihhonov
    Directing Department
    1st AD
  • Matvei Popov
    Directing Department
    2nd AD
  • Maksim Stepanov
    Directing Department
    Storyboard and Script Supervisor
  • Vladislav Smoljaninov
    Production Department
    General Producer
  • Kliment Tihhonov
    Production Department
    General Producer
  • Matvei Popov
    Production Department
    Line Producer
  • Dmitri Tihhonov
    Production Department
    Line Producer
  • Pavel Drugson
    Production Department
    Line Producer
  • Pavel Drugson
    Production Department
    Production Translator
  • Kliment Tihhonov
    Production Department
    Location Scout
  • Vladislav Smoljaninov
    Production Department
    Location Scout
  • Sergey Nizenski
    Production Department
    Weapon Safety Instructor
  • Matvei Popov
    Production Department
    Driver
  • Aleks Vald
    Production Department
    Driver
  • Dmitri Tihhonov
    Production Department
    Driver
  • Kliment Tihhonov
    Production Department
    Driver
  • Aleksandr Belov
    Production Department
    Driver
  • Sergey Nizenski
    Production Department
    Driver
  • Vladislav Smoljaninov
    Cinematography Department
    DOP
  • Aleks Vald
    Cinematography Department
    Camera and Drone Operator
  • Aleksandr Belov
    Cinematography Department
    2nd AC
  • Vladislav Smoljaninov
    Cinematography Department
    Gaffer
  • Vladislav Smoljaninov
    Cinematography Department
    Editor and colorist
  • Dmitri Tihhonov
    Art Department
    Costume Designer
  • Dmitri Tihhonov
    Art Department
    Set Designer
  • Sergey Nizenski
    Art Department
    Set Designer
  • Dmitri Tihhonov
    Art Department
    Props
  • Sergey Nizenski
    Art Department
    Props
  • Andrei Lazurin
    Art Department
    Props
  • Vabaohumuuseum OU
    Art Department
    Props
  • Diana Zapalova
    Backstage Department
    Video
  • Anna Maria Kutsar
    Backstage Department
    Video
  • Anastasia Kovalova
    Backstage Department
    Photo
  • Emilija Smigelskaja
    Sound Department
    Sound Recordist and Boom Operator
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Runtime:
    7 minutes 24 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    October 12, 2024
  • Production Budget:
    250 EUR
  • Country of Origin:
    Estonia
  • Country of Filming:
    Estonia
  • Language:
    Estonian, Russian
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
  • "Kaader" 24h Filmfest
    Rapla
    Estonia
    October 12, 2024
    Award Winner 3rd Place
Director Biography

Dmitry Tikhonov is a historian and a fan of war cinema, making his directorial debut with this project. He has long dreamed of creating his first film, and that dream has finally come true. Dmitry not only wrote the script but also directed the short film, reflecting his deep passion for history and military themes. In the future, he plans to continue developing this story, transforming it into a full-fledged series, allowing for a deeper exploration of the characters and events he is so passionately telling.

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