Vera Vodynski

Two years of observing the work of one of the most famous Russian directors and actors. The film turns into a chronicle of a creative laboratory, where his method of working with actors and his view of modern reality are revealed. The authors take the liberty of approaching Mikhalkov as closely as possible, recording the process of rehearsals, reflections and searches, and give the viewer the opportunity to be present during his live, direct communication with students and colleagues.

Downshifter Alex lives in Sri Lanka as a white king. Parents' arrival coincides with mystical appearance of the local deity, Shamka, in the village. Alex's peaceful life ends at this point.

Young pupils of the Kovalevsky Orthodox Orphanage must fulfill the mission, on the day of the Transfiguration of the Lord, serve the Divine Liturgy on Mount Elbrus. The chronicle of the ascent unfolds against the backdrop of the lives of boys in an Orthodox orphanage.