History on Screen - Shaping National Identity in Mikhalkov's Cinema

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The essay examines how "Burnt by the Sun" addresses the complexities of Russian national identity following the collapse of the Soviet Union. It highlights Mikhalkov's efforts to revive Soviet ideals and establish a contemporary Russian cultural identity by reflecting on historical values and traditions. The film grapples with the notion of a distinctive Russian fate, which, despite its association with political turmoil, remains integral to understanding what it means to be Russian today.