Mikhail Ulyanov delivers a legendary performance as Ivan. His portrayal isn't that of a typical action hero, but of a tired, heartbroken grandfather driven by necessity.
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The film was released in Russia in 1999 and later internationally at various film festivals. The film was also released on DVD and video. Mikhail Ulyanov delivers a legendary performance as Ivan
, this film is a powerful, if controversial, exploration of justice when the legal system fails. The Story: A Descent into Vengeance The film was also released on DVD and video
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Over time, the film has become a . Quotes like “The old man has a rifle” entered Russian slang. The film was re-released in 2019 for its 20th anniversary, with Govorukhin (who died in 2018) posthumously celebrated for his prescient anger.