The Return (2003) movie poster

The Return (2003)

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ThumbScore
👍 76%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 88% (RT: 95%, MC: 82) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
DramaMystery

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Runtime
1h 51m
Country
Russia
Language
Russian
TMDB Rating
7.3/10 (689 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
95%
Metacritic
82
Cast
Vladimir Garin as Andrey
Lazar Dubovik as Hooligan
Lyubov Kazakova as Girl in the Mirror
Galina Petrova as Grandmother
Aleksey Suknovalov as Zavodila
Most people think so. 76% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 689 votes. Critics gave it 88%.
Overview
Two young brothers in contemporary Russia are reunited with a father they know only from an old photograph after his sudden return from a long absence. With their mother’s reluctant consent, they set out on a remote trip that quickly becomes an uneasy test of authority, trust, and masculinity. As the journey moves deeper into the wilderness, the fragile bonds between father and sons are pushed to their limits. Wikipedia ↗
Fun Facts
  • The iconic poster for The Return was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
  • Vladimir Garin spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
Audience Consensus

The Return is a 2003 drama, mystery film directed by Andrey Zvyagintsev. Two young brothers in contemporary Russia are reunited with a father they know only from an old photograph after his sudden return from a long absence. With their mother’s reluctant consent, they set out on a remote trip that quickly becomes an uneasy test of authority, trust, and masculinity.

As the journey moves deeper into the wilderness, the fragile bonds between father and sons are pushed to their limits. The film has been rated by 689 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a drama film, The Return delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling.

The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. The Return (2003) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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