Nikita Mikhalkov's 2014 film (Sunstroke) is a historical drama that blends romance with the tragic collapse of the Russian Empire.

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A and defining characteristic of the film is its dual-narrative structure , which uses contrasting timelines to explore "the Russia we lost":

Noted for its epic scale, often running nearly 3 hours in its full theatrical cut.