Our Own 2004

Overview

Our Own is a 2004 Russian action drama film directed by Dmitri Meskhiyev. The story is set in August 1941, during a time when the battle line is far away in the east. The plot follows three soldiers who have successfully escaped from captivity but struggle to remain hidden while navigating territory occupied by the enemy. The local woods present significant danger, as the terrain is difficult to traverse. Throughout their journey, the soldiers encounter uncertainty regarding the loyalty of the local villagers. An old man offers to assist the group, though his reliability remains in question, as he could potentially kill them or report them to the local German authorities. The situation is further complicated by the fact that one of the soldiers, a sniper, is the old man's youngest and dearest son. The film has a runtime of one hour and 51 minutes and received positive reviews from critics. It represents a return to the war film genre, which was once a staple of Russian cinema.