About the Film
The film follows two student cinematographers who, as the war approaches Moscow, refuse to be evacuated and instead volunteer to be front-line cameramen capturing the horrors of war and heroism of the soviet soldiers. At the same time, we witness another storyline taking place in the US. After the premiere screening of the already completed documentary “Moscow Strikes Back”, one of the members of the Academy Awards selection committee is trying to persuade his fellow colleagues to establish a new category of Best Documentary in the upcoming Oscars event.
✨ The Watchlist Wizard Verdict
The Vibe: First Oscar is a emotionally complex and thought-provoking drama and action and history movie from 2022. Directed by Sergey Mokritsky, and starring Tikhon Zhiznevsky, Darya Zhovner, Anton Momot The film follows two student cinematographers who, as the war approaches Moscow, refuse to be evacuated and instead volunteer to be front-line cameramen capturing the horrors of war and heroism of the soviet soldiers.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 6.4/10, First Oscar retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its unique premise and stylistic choices.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for viewers who appreciate deep character studies and powerful performances. If you enjoy movies that blends drama with action elements, First Oscar deserves a spot on your watchlist.
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