Saint Vassily – Short Movie Review
Director: Masha Egieva
Writer: Masha Egieva (Screenplay)
Cast
- Hugh Ross (Trainspotting)
- Michael Shaeffer (Rogue One)
- Billy Gunnion (Hamlin)
- Jake Neads (The Critic)
Plot: USSR, 1982. Preparing for Orthodox priesthood, a self-righteous theological student’s integrity is tested by a KGB agent.
Runtime: 13 Minutes
There may be spoilers in the rest of the review
Verdict on Saint Vassily
Saint Vassily follows a young man preparing for priesthood whose roommate has vanished. He has already started questioning his actions and a stranger appears to help in the search. However, the man has a connection to the KGB and could ruin his chance of passing his studies.
This short movie dives into the secrets of the priesthood. It takes us through loyalty and concern as Vassily wants to follow the stricter rules. However, it brings subjects to life that were once taboo and now could ruin people’s life. It shows the pressure piled on the young man whose hard work could be taken from him. This leans more on people trying to control others and making things come to life and stop people from seeing things they believe are sins. It uses religion to power the story and how people often think about their own beliefs not what is right.
Final Thoughts – Saint Vassily uses strict religious beliefs to create a sinful mind.
