Science Fiction,Drama
Switzerland,Russia,France,Germany
Petrov's Flu is a Russian-language film directed by Kirill Serebrennikov, released in 2021. The film focuses on Petrov, a comic book artist living in post-Soviet Russia with his family. The story follows him on a particularly eventful day, as he tries to cope with a severe flu that leaves him bedridden.
Throughout the film, Petrov is continuously visited by his friend Igor, who carries him on a long walk through the city. Along the way, Petrov's hallucinations and fever dreams blend with reality, blurring the lines between fantasy and truth.
As Petrov's condition worsens, the film delves deeper into the artist's psyche, exploring his fears, desires, and anxieties. The story also touches on themes of artistic expression, social decay, and the struggle for individual identity in a rapidly changing society.
Petrov's Flu is a visually stunning film, with artful cinematography and an eclectic soundtrack that seamlessly blends different music genres. The film features a talented cast, including Yulia Aug, who delivers a powerful performance as Petrov's long-suffering wife.
Overall, Petrov's Flu is a poignant and thought-provoking film that offers a nuanced glimpse into the complex and often turbulent reality of post-Soviet Russia.
