A Gentle Creature

In this 2017 film directed by Sergey Loznitsa, a woman embarks on a harrowing journey to a remote Russian prison in search of her incarcerated husband after a parcel she sent is returned without explanation. The narrative unfolds in a surreal and Kafkaesque manner, exploring themes of bureaucracy, power, and human resilience. The film is noted for its stark and haunting cinematography, capturing the bleakness of the protagonist’s quest. While it did not receive major awards, it was screened in competition at the Cannes Film Festival. For those interested, the movie can be viewed for free on Soap2day.