Proklyatyy chinovnik

It was high time to shoot a comedy about officials and corruption. Furthermore, do it without an excessive "childish" morality but with a little bit of spunk to be remembered for a long time. This issue is very relevant and fascinating. And I enjoyed the way Sarik Andreasyan showed in his film.

Just imagine where the life of a Russian official will lead him if he just can't take any bribes! This is exactly what happened to Fedor, the protagonist of the new comedy «Proklyatyy chinovnik». And all the troubles happened because one shouldn't be rude and refuse granny's requests, especially when it comes to a place in the cemetery. Even the sweetest pensioner can turn out to be a witch and cast a terrible curse. And now Fyodor'll have to get out of a very difficult situation, cause there are cases when it is DEADLY essential to take a bribe.

The comedy is really cool and fresh. It doesn't contain vulgarity and stupidity, lively humor and in some places it's rather sharp, turning into satire from time to time. Situations are extremely vital, the characters aren't stereotypical, and, most importantly, not static. They open up and develop, changing before our eyes. We can get identify ourselves and our environment in them. The dialogues are casual, quite natural. You watch and believe everything that happens.

The acting is also splendid. Of course, here we have a lot of famous actors with excellent works under their belts: Lagashkin, Arzamasova, Volkova. It's nicenot only to watch them, but also to listen to.

To sum up, this film's everything for a great pastime: smart, competent humor, modern plot, strong characters, played by talented actors and the right message.

Corruption is the problem, from which there is no escape, though I prefer stay positive and take everything with humor. That's the reason I wished to watch the comedy "Proklyatyy chinovnik". The trailer promised excellent satire and lively humor for everybody. It's noteworthy that it was Sarik Andreasyan who shot such a topical and vibrant comedy about bribery. There is more than enough of satire and wit in the movie.

The beginning of " Proklyatyy chinovnik " introduces the viewer to the crooked Fedya, who refuses to help the elderly woman, proudly declaring that he does not take any bribes when she's offered him some jam. The offended granny sincerely wishes the official never to take bribes again, and her curse instantly comes true. All bribes ignite at his touch, and the terrible thing is that Fedya's going to have a big "deal" with important people who cannot be turned down.

The comedy is easy to watch. All the jokes are in right places and make you first smile and then laugh. That's why I love comedy - no tension, maximum positivity. Remarkably, you aren't sympathizing with this bribe-taker while watching, in places you sincerely gloat over him, since although situations and cases are exaggerated, they are quite vital.

This is a movie about our ordinary people and about those officials who allow themselves more than they have the right to allow. Situations are hypertrophied, but professionally laughed at, with a pinch of irony. After all, it's not a drama, but a really relevant and funny comedy with unexpected cliffhangers.

The cast pleased me with acting. There are many familiar faces from the TV series. It's interesting that Maxim Lagashkin who played the lead role has acted predominantly in secondary plans. It's just great that Lagashkin was given a chance to prove himself and the chance to show his comedic talent. I've not seen Liza Arzamasova on the screen for a while. In " Proklyatyy chinovnik" she plays Fedya's secretary with a big decent heart, it was nice to see the actress again.

Generally, I enjoyed " Proklyatyy chinovnik» very much. It looks in one breath, and it's not boring - I guarantee! The humor is without vulgarity, without rudeness, but it's subtle and bold, as they say, "It hits the nail on the head" " Proklyatyy chinovnik " deserves only a positive review.