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2018125 minPGdocumentary

5.3/ 10(4 ratings)• TMDB

KVN-ers

2018125 minPGdocumentary

5.3/ 10(4 ratings)• TMDB

A unique project filmed at the KVN festival in Sochi without the permission of the festival organizers runs for 125 minutes.

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A unique project filmed at the KVN festival in Sochi without the permission of the festival organizers runs for 125 minutes.

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Ilya Aksenov

Ilya Aksenovdirector

Ilya Aksenov

Ilya Aksenovwriter

Andrey Burkovskiy

Andrey Burkovskiycast

Darya Rudenok

Darya Rudenokcast

Roman Mayakin

Roman Mayakincast

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Sochi's KVN festival serves as the backdrop for a documentary filmed without the organizers' permission. It marks the first feature film about KVN, a popular youth comedy game. The project delves into the history of KVN, tracing its rise and the cultural significance it holds within Russian society. Running 125 minutes, the film captures the spirit of competition and creativity that defines the festival.

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