Stanislavski: Lust for Life (2021)

Name: Stanislavski: Lust for Life
Genre: Documentary
Released: 2021
Duration: 82 min
Cast: Marina Brusnikina, Yuriy Butusov, Lev Dodin, Declan Donnellan, Veniamin Filshtinskiy

1h 22m Russia

Documentary

Plot

Konstantin Sergeievich Stanislavski, a pioneering figure of 20th-century theater, navigates the oppressive Soviet landscape while remaining a vibrant artist. This documentary weaves together insights from contemporary directors like Kirill Serebrennikov, Katie Mitchell, and Lev Dodin, who explore the lasting influence of Stanislavski's techniques on their craft. Each filmmaker uncovers personal connections to his genius, prompting a deeper inquiry into the relevance of his methods in today's theater. Their journey reveals a crucial truth: modern art often overlooks the fundamental essence of humanity that Stanislavski championed.

Cast

Marina Brusnikina Yuriy Butusov Lev Dodin Declan Donnellan Veniamin Filshtinskiy Oskaras Korsunovas Lev Levermore Renata Litvinova Nikita Mikhalkov Katie Mitchell Kirill Serebrennikov Meryl Streep Konstantin Stanislavski