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Stalker (1979)

"There's no need to speak. You must only...concentrate and recall all your past life. When a man thinks of the past, he becomes kinder."

8.119792h 42mRU
Science FictionDrama

Directed by Andrei Tarkovsky

Rating

8.1/10

Runtime

2h 42m

Language

RU

Release

May 25, 1979

Director

Andrei Tarkovsky

Official Trailer

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Overview

Near a gray and unnamed city is the Zone, a place guarded by barbed wire and soldiers, and where the normal laws of physics are victim to frequent anomalies. A stalker guides two men into the Zone, specifically to an area in which deep-seated desires are granted.

Cast

Alisa Freyndlikh

Alisa Freyndlikh

Stalker's Wife

Aleksandr Kaydanovskiy

Aleksandr Kaydanovskiy

Stalker

Anatoliy Solonitsyn

Anatoliy Solonitsyn

Writer

Mykola Hrynko

Mykola Hrynko

Professor

Natalya Abramova

Natalya Abramova

Marta

Faime Jurno

Faime Jurno

Writer's Companion

Evgeniy Kostin

Evgeniy Kostin

Lyuger, Owner of Cafe

Raimo Rendi

Raimo Rendi

Police Patrol

Vladimir Zamanskiy

Vladimir Zamanskiy

Professor's Telephone Interlocutor (voice) (uncredited)

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Stalker (1979), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Near a gray and unnamed city is the Zone, a place guarded by barbed wire and soldiers, and where the normal laws of physics are victim to frequent anomalies. A stalker guides two men into the Zone, specifically to an area in which deep-seated desires are granted.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Stalker. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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