Kirill Sakharnov is a renowned Russian film director, producer, and screenwriter. He has won numerous awards for his art-house features, including the prestigious Nika Award for Best Picture in 2008.
Sakharnov was born in 1968 in Moscow, Russia. He studied literature, philosophy, and film directing at Moscow State University, graduating in 1992. After graduation, he began directing music videos and short films, eventually making his feature film debut in 1997 with the drama "Sobor."
Sakharnov quickly established himself as a promising filmmaker, with his follow-up "Kavkazskaja Plennitsa" (1999) receiving multiple awards. He followed this up with the acclaimed "Moskovskaja Biennale" (2005), which was nominated for the Grand Jury Prize at the Cannes Film Festival.
In 2008, Sakharnov released his first international feature, "The Island," which earned him a Nika Award for Best Picture. He followed this up with "The Edge" (2010), which further cemented his reputation as a masterful filmmaker.
In addition to his feature films, Sakharnov has also directed numerous television series, including the popular "Dostoyevsky's World." He has also produced a number of documentaries, including "The Lost Tribe" (2015) and "The Winter of Our Discontent" (2017).
Sakharnov is an incredibly talented filmmaker, whose work has earned him numerous awards and accolades. His films are known for their strong characters, beautiful visuals, and thoughtful storytelling. He is widely considered one of the most influential directors of the 21st century.
