Mudflow
Sel'
Synopsis
The film’s protagonist, Ahmet, was tending sheep high in the mountains when a merciless mudflow destroyed his house, taking with it all his family and friends. And Ahmet leaves his home, for the first time in his 30-year-long life, for faraway Moscow in search of his only surviving cousin. On his way he meets different people… The train conductor takes him under her wardship, instructing him about life in the city of which he has no idea whatsoever. Though he’s lost his bearing in this world, Ahmet is charging people who more fortunate than himself with his kindness and joi de vivre. The shooting took place in Alagir Canyon, next to Karmadon Canyon where Sergey Bodrov’s production group had perished. Yaropolk Lapshin had completed shooting two days before the Karmadon tragedy.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Yaropolk Lapshin
- Original Title
- Sel'
- Release Date
- 01/01/2003
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 34m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Yaropolk Lapshin
Department Leadership Roster
Yaropolk Lapshin
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mudflow
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Mudflow about?
The film’s protagonist, Ahmet, was tending sheep high in the mountains when a merciless mudflow destroyed his house, taking with it all his family and friends. And Ahmet leaves his home, for the first time in his 30-year-long life, for faraway Moscow in search of his only surviving cousin. On his way he meets different people… The train conductor takes him under her wardship, instructing him about life in the city of which he has no idea whatsoever. Though he’s lost his bearing in this world, Ahmet is charging people who more fortunate than himself with his kindness and joi de vivre. The shooting took place in Alagir Canyon, next to Karmadon Canyon where Sergey Bodrov’s production group had perished. Yaropolk Lapshin had completed shooting two days before the Karmadon tragedy.
Who directed Mudflow?
Mudflow was directed by Yaropolk Lapshin.
Who stars in Mudflow?
The principal cast of Mudflow includes Not specified.
When was Mudflow released and how long is it?
Mudflow was released in 2003 with a total runtime of 1h 34m.