My Joy movie poster

My Joy

September 30, 2010 2h 8m 6.3/10 (49 votes)

Originally released in 2010. My Joy is a drama film. directed by Sergei Loznitsa. With a runtime of 2h 8m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Olga Shuvalova, Vlad Ivanov, and Vladimir Golovin

Synopsis

Georgy is driving a load of freight into Russia when, after an unpleasant encounter with the police at a border crossing, he finds himself giving a lift to a strange old man with disturbing stories about his younger days in the Army. After next picking up a young woman who works as a prostitute and is wary of the territory, Georgy finds himself lost, and despite asking some homeless men for help, he’s less sure than he was before of how to make his way back where he belongs. As brutal images of violence and alienation cross the screen, Georgy’s odyssey becomes darker and more desperate until it reaches an unexpected conclusion.

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 30, 2010 15 years ago
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Runtime 2h 8m 128 minutes total
User Rating 6.3/10 Good (49 votes)
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Language Russian Original language
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Country Germany + 2 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
RU

Production Companies

  • ma.ja.de. Fiction
  • ARTE
  • Sota Cinema Group

Frequently Asked Questions

What is My Joy about?

Georgy is driving a load of freight into Russia when, after an unpleasant encounter with the police at a border crossing, he finds himself giving a lift to a strange old man with disturbing stories...

Who directed My Joy?

My Joy was directed by Sergei Loznitsa.

How long is My Joy?

My Joy has a runtime of 2 hours and 8 minutes (128 minutes total).

When was My Joy released?

My Joy was released on September 30, 2010 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in My Joy?

The main cast of My Joy includes Olga Shuvalova, Vlad Ivanov, Vladimir Golovin, Aleksey Vertkov, Dmitry Gotsdiner.