Azazel
4.7/10
Rating
208 min
Runtime
2002
Release Year
Alexander Adabashyan
Director
Cast
Ilya Noskov, Marina Aleksandrova, Ewa Szykulska, Larisa Borushko, Marina Neyolova
Quick Synopsis
Set in Moscow in 1876, the story follows a young police officer named Erast Fandorin who is assigned to investigate the unusual suicide of a wealthy young man. As Fandorin digs deeper, he uncovers a complicated conspiracy aimed at gaining control over several European countries, ranging from Britain to the Ottoman Empire. Despite the ambitious plan, those behind it believe their intentions are for the greater good. This film is based on Boris Akunin's novel 'Azazel,' also known as 'The Winter Queen,' which launched a popular series in Russia.
Detailed Synopsis of Azazel
Based on Boris Akunin's novel 'Azazel' (English title 'The Winter Queen') set in Moscow in 1876. The novel started a long series quite popular in Russia. In 'Azazel' a young police officer - Erast Fandorin - investigates an odd suicide of some rich young man and finds a complex conspiracy, trying to take over most European countries - from Britain to Ottoman Empire - with the best intentions, of course.
