The Green Elephant

Synopsis

The Green Elephant, a controversial Russian film directed by Svetlana Baskova, delves into the gripping and horrifying narrative of two police officers who are involved in extreme violence and abuse within a police station. Set in a nightmarish world where morality is questioned, the movie explores the dark corners of power, corruption, and authority. With its shocking and raw portrayal of brutality, The Green Elephant takes the viewers on an unsettling journey that challenges conventional norms and pushes the boundaries of filmmaking. Led by Vladimir Yepifantsev's compelling performance, the film immerses the audience in a grim and disturbing reality that leaves a lasting impact.

Cast

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  Vladimir Yepifantsev

  Братишка

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  Aleksandr Maslaev

  Полковник

• Anatoly Osmolovsky

  Капитан

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  Sergey Pakhomov

  Поехавший

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  Oleg Mavromatti

  Капитан (озвучка)

Reviews

Despite its controversial subject matter and graphic depictions, The Green Elephant has received mixed reviews from critics. Some critics have praised the film for its bold and unflinching portrayal of the dark side of law enforcement, with The Moscow Times calling it 'a daring and thought-provoking piece of cinema'. However, others have criticized the movie for its excessive violence and disturbing content, with one reviewer from Variety stating, 'The Green Elephant crosses the line of acceptability, leaving viewers more shocked than enlightened'. On popular review aggregator sites like IMDb, the movie has garnered a modest rating of 5.3/10, indicating a polarizing response from audiences.