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3.2 / 10(6 votes)IMDbR20041h 26mUnited States of America

Border Blues

Synopsis

Moscow police detective Andrei Somov resigns and immigrates to the US, but has to accept a menial job in a restaurant while his adolescent son and pregnant daughter-in-law are denied exit visas. 'Andy' does however get to know some LAPD cops after volunteering his expertise and Russian language skills and is sent to Tijuana to fetch cheap tiles. On that Mexican journey, Somov bumps into Larry, another ethnic Russian but US citizen who lost his daughter years ago and now helps families to illegally enter the States. Meanwhile, the medium Michael March receives a vision about a mad bomber who targets pharmaceutical companies and gets a bad feeling upon holding an envelope that belongs to Larry.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

October 26, 2004

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Rodion Nahapetov
Screenplay & Story
Rodion Nahapetov
Original Title
Border Blues
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 26m

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Rodion Nahapetov

Screenplay & Story

Rodion Nahapetov

Department Leadership Roster

Rodion Nahapetov

Rodion Nahapetov

Writer

Rodion Nahapetov

Rodion Nahapetov

Director

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: R

R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

International Certification Matrix

Germany (FSK)18

FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.

United States (MPAA)R

Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Border Blues.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Border Blues

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Border Blues about?

Moscow police detective Andrei Somov resigns and immigrates to the US, but has to accept a menial job in a restaurant while his adolescent son and pregnant daughter-in-law are denied exit visas. 'Andy' does however get to know some LAPD cops after volunteering his expertise and Russian language skills and is sent to Tijuana to fetch cheap tiles. On that Mexican journey, Somov bumps into Larry, another ethnic Russian but US citizen who lost his daughter years ago and now helps families to illegally enter the States. Meanwhile, the medium Michael March receives a vision about a mad bomber who targets pharmaceutical companies and gets a bad feeling upon holding an envelope that belongs to Larry.

Who directed Border Blues?

Border Blues was directed by Rodion Nahapetov.

Who stars in Border Blues?

The principal cast of Border Blues includes Eric Roberts, Rodion Nahapetov, Lane Davies, Gary Busey, Anna Nakhapetova.

When was Border Blues released and how long is it?

Border Blues was released in 2004 with a total runtime of 1h 26m.

What is the age rating and content advisory for Border Blues?

Border Blues holds official age classifications: DE: 18 (FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).