Synthesis of Cultures and Religious and Mythological Patterns in the Imagery of A. Askoldov's Film “Commissar”
https://doi.org/10.69975/2074-0832-2025-64-3-62-73
Abstract
The article addresses the imagery of the film “Commissar” by Alexander Askoldov. The author undertakes an episode-by-episode analysis of the film to reveal the use of religious and mythological images and patterns, including cultural phenomena and mythology that originated in the twentieth century.
About the Author
E. M. Pischita
Russian State University of Cinematography n. a. S.A. Gerasimov (VGIK)
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
3 Wilhelm Pieck Str., Moscow, 129226
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Pischita E.M. Synthesis of Cultures and Religious and Mythological Patterns in the Imagery of A. Askoldov's Film “Commissar”. Vestnik VGIK. 2025;17(3(65)):62-73. (In Russ.) https://doi.org/10.69975/2074-0832-2025-64-3-62-73
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