Atlantis of the Russian North

A quiet, contemplative look at old wooden churches and rural life that feels like a slow walk through a fading, beautiful world.

Directed by

Sofya Gorlenko

Genres

Documentary

Tagline

The beauty and majesty of the Russian north. Unique wooden architecture. People who revive traditions

Overview

The film tells about the Russian North - the territory of unique wooden architecture and one of the few places in the country where a Russian person can realize the origins of his culture and spiritual development. It was here that people were found who were ready to revive the traditional rural way of life in spite of globalization and the state policy of urbanization.

How it feels

Melancholic, earnest and warm. Slow-burning and needs your attention.

About

Identity, trauma, faith, nature

Content

No violence, gore, sexual content or swearing.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

Your rating is saved. See your suggestions, or find titles like this one below.

Rate it, and Mesmero finds titles that feel like it. You do not need an account.

Watch the trailer on YouTube (opens in a new tab)