There Was the War

Set in June 1941, the story follows two village boys who face the sudden onset of war. One boy receives a draft summons and is reluctant to join the front lines, while the other, a passionate Komsomol member, chooses to enlist voluntarily. Their journey includes accelerated military training, the pains of first love, and the challenges of military life as they join a militia platoon preparing for the German invasion.

The film captures the emotional and physical trials these characters endure, revealing how the war shapes their identities and relationships. The blend of personal struggles with the backdrop of a larger conflict makes this film a poignant examination of the human experience during wartime.