The film was released to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the Soviet victory in World War II. It focuses on the Nazi "scorched earth" policy in Belarus, where over 600 villages were burned along with their inhabitants.
The story follows a young Belarusian boy named Flera who joins the Soviet resistance movement. He witnesses the horrific atrocities and systemic destruction of villages by the occupying German forces. Masacre (ven y mira)
Come and See is frequently cited in lists of the greatest films ever made for its uncompromising portrayal of human suffering and the loss of innocence. Key Details Information Director Elem Klimov Release Year Runtime Approx. 142 minutes Lead Actor Aleksey Kravchenko (as Flera) Language Russian, Belarusian, German The film was released to commemorate the 40th
(original title: Idi i smotri ; international title: Come and See ) is a 1985 Soviet anti-war film directed by Elem Klimov. It is widely considered one of the most devastating and realistic war films ever made, depicting the Nazi occupation of Belarus during World War II. Feature Overview 142 minutes Lead Actor Aleksey Kravchenko (as Flera)
Known for its "hallucinatory realism," the film uses intense close-ups, handheld cameras, and a disturbing soundscape to immerse the viewer in the psychological trauma of war.