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2020121 minGdocumentary

Cometa

2020121 minGdocumentary

Two concerts take place in one night in Moscow, featuring the underground rock group Lazy Comet from Nizhny Tagil during winter 2020.

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Two concerts take place in one night in Moscow, featuring the underground rock group Lazy Comet from Nizhny Tagil during winter 2020.

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Vadim Kostrov

Vadim Kostrovdirector

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Moscow's vibrant music scene sets the backdrop for two concerts in one night featuring the underground rock group Lazy Comet. Filmed during their winter 2020 trip from Nizhny Tagil, the documentary captures the energy and camaraderie of the band as they perform. Directed by Vadim, who also takes the stage as a vocalist, this film marks the conclusion of a trilogy that began with Narodnaya. The narrative intertwines personal connections and musical expression in the heart of the city.

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