Premiere of "The Poet"
Courthouse Hotel
19-21 Great Marlborough Street, London, W1F 7HL
ZIMA Club invites you to the London premiere of the film "The Poet" (2025) — a new interpretation of the great poet's life. Actor Yura Borisov, an Academy Award and Golden Globe nominee, plays the lead role. Directed by emerging filmmaker Felix Umarov, the film transports viewers to the era of young Pushkin’s life. Bold and adored by the public, he is celebrated and admired, with women vying for his attention. Yet neither powerful patrons, loyal friends, nor his fame can shield him from misfortune—exile, duels, and financial struggles—until one day, he meets the one woman who will illuminate his life and become his destiny. Felix Umarov is one of the brightest names in the new wave of Russian cinema. His works are known for their meticulous attention to detail, striking visual aesthetics, and unconventional approach to historical narratives. In The Prophet, he reimagines Pushkin’s image, portraying him not just as a literary genius but as a man living on the edge of his emotions—passionate, stubborn, and vulnerable. The lead role in the film is played by Yura Borisov, one of the most sought-after actors in contemporary cinema, known for his performances in Compartment No. 6, Anora, and Captain Volkonogov Escaped. As Pushkin, Borisov delivers a rare combination of charisma, temperament, and depth, bringing to life a vivid and multifaceted portrayal of the poet. The cast also includes Alena Dolgolenko as Natalia Goncharova, Roman Vasiliev as Konstantin Danzas, Sergey Gilev as Alexander Benckendorff, Anya Chipovskaya as Elizaveta Vorontsova, Svetlana Khodchenkova as Avdotya Golitsyna, Ilya Lyubimov as Vasily Zhukovsky, and others. Screening details: Language: Russian (with English subtitles) Venue: Courthouse Hotel, 19-21 Great Marlborough St, London W1F 7HL Duration: 2 hours 17 minutes *Tickets are non-refundable