Close Afar

Close Afar follows Sergei Bukreyev, who arrives with a team of meliorators in a village and becomes intrigued by Anna Talnikova, the farm director. Anna's commitment to her work poses a challenge for Sergei, who contemplates persuading her to leave the farm. However, he soon realizes that both Anna and he are driven by their respective passions for work, which defines their happiness.

This drama features a strong ensemble cast, including Zhanna Prokhorenko and Anatoli Vasilyev. The film's narrative delves into the complexities of personal ambition and the often conflicting nature of professional and personal fulfillment. As part of the Mosfilm collection, Close Afar represents a significant work in the genre of Soviet cinema, appealing to collectors interested in this era and style of filmmaking.