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Virgo V East/West is a 1999 drama film directed by Régis Wargnier, starring Sandrine Bonnaire, Oleg Menshikov, Catherine Deneuve and Sergei Bodrov Jr.. It received generally positive reviews from critics. The film was nominated for the Best Foreign Language Film at the 72nd Academy Awards. The film won Best Foreign Film at the 1999 National Board of Review Awards. It also won Best Film, Best Actress, Best Director and Best Music at the 1999 César Awards. Cinematography Some say the film's eye-level shooting made the viewer feel like a witness. Story Some say the film shows the physical deprivation and injustice of the Soviet system. Great acting in general by Sandrine Bonnaire, who as Marie, is totally credible. Oleg Menshikov, makes the best of Alexei, at times appearing uncaring and selfish, but who deeply cared for his wife. Sergei Bodrov Jr. is also excellent as Sacha, the young boy in love with Marie and swimming. Rated 3.5/5 Stars •  Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 01/30/25 Full Review thomas a Though the story plot is shaky with its sudden flash-forward every 10 to 30 minutes, I find the movie "Est - Ouest" and its theme of police state surveillance during the Soviet era to be relevant to today's world, especially after the recent discovery that everyone's internet activities are being monitored. "Est - Ouest" is a cautionary tale for our privacy-less age. Rated 3/5 Stars •  Rated 3 out of 5 stars 03/30/23 Full Review Audience Member Found a Great Review- short, sweet and to the point with Trailer and "about" quotes http://www.missance.com/blog/?p=628 Rated 3/5 Stars •  Rated 3 out of 5 stars 01/14/23 Full Review Audience Member A very good movie with an interesting and sensual storyline. Rated 3.5/5 Stars •  Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 02/23/23 Full Review Audience Member As with most Russian films, I wouldn't recommend this if you are looking for a happy film. As it is, it's a good film, but a little too depressing for my tastes. It is powerful and true to life, and teaches about the horrors of life under Stalin, and as usual, Oleg Menshikov is amazing. Rated 3.5/5 Stars •  Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 02/17/23 Full Review Audience Member A powerful moving drama about a woman fighting for freedom. Based on a true story. Excellent acting cast! Must see! Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/11/23 Full Review Read all reviews

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