Scythian (The) // 36th BIFFF
09 Apr 2018 - 09 Apr 2018
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Palais des Beaux-Arts - BOZAR - 23 Rue Ravenstein 1000
Centuries before our Lord and Saviour taught men to turn the other cheek, great warriors were using the Central Asian steppes as their playground. Civilizations were eaten alive one after the other. This time, the Scythians are going to bite the dust. From brave nomad warriors, they’ve been reduced to ruthless mercenaries, willing to kill anyone for a fistful of coins. Their last job is pretty impressive. A king needs to be sent to the great beyond. And they’ve chosen the perfect scapegoat; Lutobor, the king’s right arm. The conspiracy works like a charm. The king dies and Lutobor goes straight to jail. That is, until the king doesn’t seem to be dead at all. Lutobor gets the chance to find out who’s behind this high treason. His investigation turns into a bloodbath when he finds out that his child and wife have been kidnapped by the Scythians.
This epic movie is one of the big Russian hits of 2018. Surrounded by critical acclaim, The Scythian wasn’t even completed when it got sold internationally. Some think of Apocalypto, others regard it as a worthy successor of Gladiator. We at the BIFFF see it as a pagan Mad Max, a visual fantasy from a Russian distant past, when skull splitting was every man’s favorite hobby. Get ready for a blood-drenched extravaganza that will want you to hit the gym!
This epic movie is one of the big Russian hits of 2018. Surrounded by critical acclaim, The Scythian wasn’t even completed when it got sold internationally. Some think of Apocalypto, others regard it as a worthy successor of Gladiator. We at the BIFFF see it as a pagan Mad Max, a visual fantasy from a Russian distant past, when skull splitting was every man’s favorite hobby. Get ready for a blood-drenched extravaganza that will want you to hit the gym!
Palais des Beaux-Arts - BOZAR
23 Rue Ravenstein 1000
It’s impossible to talk about culture in Belgium without mentioning the Centre for Fine Arts located in Brussels. Whether it comes to exhibitions, concerts, theater performances, movies or projects concerning literature and architecture, BOZAR will always put originality and innovation first. They prove to keep a finger on the pulse with their varied and sophisticated programme. Besides emphasizing the importance of creation, quality and a rich artistic offering, BOZAR is especially concerned about the total experience of the visitors.
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