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The Dream of a Ridiculous Man
6.8 / 10• 1992• 20m•NR• Russian
AnimationDrama
Storyline
An animated short film based on the 1877 short story written by Fyodor Dostoyevsky. It chronicles the experiences of a man who decides that there is nothing to live for in the world, and is therefore determined to commit suicide. A chance encounter with a young girl changes his mind.
Cast & Crew
Aleksandr Kaydanovskiy
Narrator (voice)
LeadWhat People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Aleksandr Petrov's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. The Dream of a Ridiculous Man is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
