
Sarancha (2014)
Release Year: 2014
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Alternative Title: Саранча, Locust
Director: Egor Baranov
Writer: Oleg Malovichko
Production & Genre
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Genre: Drama, Thriller
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Story
Sarancha (2014), directed by Egor Baranov, begins as a summer romance between a provincial guy and a big-city girl. Their fling ends when she returns to the city, leaving him unable to let go of her. He follows her back, only to find that she has received a marriage proposal from a wealthy admirer. As their passion intensifies, they cross boundaries that lead them down a dark path. Driven by overwhelming love, they begin committing brutal murders, losing sight of what's truly important.
Summary
Sarancha is Russia's first erotic thriller. It explores the destructive power of obsession and all-consuming love through the lens of a modern-day Romeo and Juliet story. The film delves into themes of passion, betrayal, and the consequences of unchecked desire.