Leviathan

Set against the stark and haunting backdrop of a coastal Russian town, this film follows the struggles of a man named Kolya as he battles a corrupt mayor intent on seizing his property. The narrative delves into themes of power, corruption, and the individual’s fight against an oppressive system. Directed by Andrey Zvyagintsev, the film received critical acclaim and won the Best Screenplay award at the Cannes Film Festival. It features compelling performances by Aleksei Serebryakov and Elena Lyadova. For those interested, the movie can be viewed for free on Soap2day.