“Dovlatov” directed by Alexei German Jr. and “The Summer” by Kirill Serebrennikov will be screened in London. 

       October 10, 2018 saw the opening of the London Film Festival.

      The participating films are only those that have never been screened in the UK. The films “Dovlatov” (director Alexei German Jr.) about the famous Russian writer and “The Summer” (director Kirill Serebrennikov) about Russian rock star Victor Tsoi will take part in the competitive program.

      It is not the first time that Serebrennikov’s works have been included in the program: two years ago, his drama film The Student was highly estimated by London viewers.

      Another film from Russia to be screened at the London Film Festival is the thriller “Profile” by Timur Bekmambetov.

      The festival will run till October 21, 2018.