I have been immersing myself in the books of prolific Georgian writer Boris Akunin. His Fandorin series is an exciting, dangerous and original ride through 19th century Russia. But there are only five of the novels translated into english. A tiny bit of Akunin's large library of titles.
Three Russian based movies have been produced, with the Turkish Gambit scoring huge box office. I have finally found a subtitled version of the latest film, "The State Counselor". Variety says, "Opulent Russian thriller "The State Counsellor" marks the latest film outing for novelist Boris Akunin's Fandorin character after local smash "Turkish Gambit."
And, "Pic's more-than-able ensemble go at the material with gusto, with extra plaudits due to a soulful Khabensky and a serpent-sleek Mikhalkov, whose respective characters rep contrasting alter egos for the hero".
Director Paul Verhoeven is in preproduction to start a big budget english version of Azazel
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