Overview
In 16th-century Russia in the grip of chaos, Ivan the Terrible strongly believes he is vested with a holy mission. Believing he can understand and interpret the signs, he sees the Last Judgment approaching. He establishes absolute power, cruelly destroying anyone who gets in his way. During this reign of terror, Philip, the superior of the monastery on the Solovetsky Islands, a great scholar and Ivan's close friend, dares to oppose the sovereign's mystical tyranny. What follows is a clash between two completely opposite visions of the world, smashing morality and justice, God and men. A grand-scale film with excellent leading roles by Mamonov and Yankovsky. An allegory of Stalinist Russia
Frequently Asked Questions & Story Details
Who directed Tsar?
Tsar was directed by Pavel Lungin.
What was the budget and revenue for Tsar?
The official budget was $15,000,000 and the movie went on to gross $0 worldwide.
Where was Tsar produced?
It was produced by companies including Studio Pavla Lungina, Profit in Russia.
Tsar Ending Explained & Trivia
The ending of Tsar wraps up key thematic points regarding its characters. The film showcases excellent use of sound design, writing, and visual effects to create an immersive cinematic environment. For full analysis of ending theories, you can check out our corresponding articles in the Lumaflicks Blog section.
