Transparent Lands

Synopsis

Three old men live in an abandoned village, cut off from the outside world and the passage of time. They while away their days over tea, tobacco, and watching over the empty landscapes. The course of their lives changes when the three of them find a frozen young man in the river, who chooses to thaw and come back to life before their eyes — and to give each of them a small miracle.

About the Director

Dmitry Davydov is a Russian film director, screenwriter and producer from Yakutia, a key figure of Sakha (Yakut) cinema, living and working in the Amga district; he is self-taught, with no formal film education. His directorial debut was "The Bonfire" (2016). His best-known work is the drama "Scarecrow" (2020), winner of the Grand Prix at Kinotavr and recognized at several international festivals. He continues to make films combining Yakut material with universal dramatic themes; "Transparent Lands" (2025) is his latest feature.

Festivals & Awards

• World premiere — Mayak Festival 2025
• Selection (main competition) — IFFI Goa | 2025
• Special Screening — O-FEST