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202060 minPGdocumentary

5.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Life is a Thrill

202060 minPGdocumentary

5.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Hundreds of students learn filmmaking from educator Vladimir Fenchenko, who inspires them with his unique teaching methods and passion for cinema.

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Marina Mariya Melnik

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Hundreds of students learn filmmaking from educator Vladimir Fenchenko, who inspires them with his unique teaching methods and passion for cinema.

People

Yulia Bobkova

Yulia Bobkovadirector

Andrey Ananindirector

Marina Mariya Melnikdirector

Vladimir Fenchenkocast

Nikita Mikhalkov

Nikita Mikhalkovcast

Synopsis

Vladimir Fenchenko teaches filmmaking in Russia. He inspires hundreds of students to explore cinema through hands-on projects. His classes focus on the creative process and technical skills. Fenchenko fosters connections with each student. Many go on to pursue careers in film. Their success reflects the role of mentorship in creative education. Directed by Sergei Dvortsevoy, "Life is a Thrill" runs for 60 minutes and was released in 2020.

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