2024-01-17 02:00:13
The interior speaks louder than words.
Raisa Zakharovna from the film “Love and Doves” is a seemingly negative character. A city thing that took her husband and father away from the family. There is nothing good regarding her.
But only at first glance. In fact, Vladimir Menshov and Lyudmila Gurchenko created a deep, interesting, multi-layered image. The apartment helps to see it.
Her kitchen is in order. Everything is white, clean, and there are city coats of arms on beautiful tiles. Perhaps those she has visited or dreams of visiting. A samovar lurks in the right corner: a strange decision for such a modern lady with progressive views. The detail of the ancient, almost village life emphasizes: in Raisa Zakharovna’s head a lot is intertwined and confused.
There is an original painting hanging on the wall. Not a reproduction of the classics, not Shishkin or Serov, but a portrait of Raisa Zakharovna herself, made in a strange manner. She is enclosed in a light bulb-suit, alienated from the whole world by thin but durable glass. An interesting metaphor that focuses on her loneliness.
On the other hand, next to the green lampshade that the early Soviet intelligentsia adored, perched a stuffed bunny. From an educated woman over 40 who brought a man into her apartment, it’s strange to see love for a plush toy.
Moreover, she is not alone. For example, a cat nestled next to the bed. The entire interior hints that, despite the apparent independence and cacti placed in random places around the apartment, Raisa Zakharovna is not an insidious villain at all, but a romantic nature who failed to find her happiness.
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