Aleksandr Sokurov

Aleksandr Sokurov, a master of poetic cinema, was born in 1951 in Podorvikha, Russia. He has been an active director since 1974, crafting profound films primarily in the drama and documentary genres, with his most renowned works including "Russian Ark" (2002), and "Mother and Son" (1997). Sokurov's films, often marked by long takes and non-traditional narrative structures, have earned him numerous awards, including a Golden Lion at the Venice Film Festival for "Faust" (2011). Beyond his cinematic accomplishments, Aleksandr Sokurov strikes a figure of poignant intellect, whose films act as a mirror to the human soul, reflecting our collective fears, hopes, and dreams.