Where was Voyna filmed
Война
Year: 2002
Country: Russia, United Kingdom
<p>The film was shot in a variety of locations, from mountain landscapes to urban landscapes. The bulk of the location shooting, about 80%, took place in the picturesque mountains of Kabardino-Balkaria, in the Chegem and Cherek gorges and on the slopes of the majestic Elbrus. It was here that almost all the Chechen scenes were filmed, with the exception of one at a checkpoint.<br /> In Kabardino-Balkaria, in the village of El-Tyubyu, there is the ancestral tower of the Balkarukovs, which served as the place where the militants brought John and Margaret. Not far from the Zhilgi River is the house where the Balkar poet Kaisyn Kuliev was born, and which became the home of Chechen Aslan Gugaev in the movie. John and Ivan were passing by the Verkhnechegem mausoleums when they were led by Chechen shepherd Ruslan Shamayev. A memorable episode where the protagonists shot back was filmed in the Abayev Tower, located in the Cherek district of the Kabardino-Balkar Republic.<br /> In Chechnya, a scene was filmed at a roadblock at the entrance to Grozny. In addition, filming took place in Moscow, St. Petersburg, Tobolsk and London.</p>
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Locations
Bridge in St. Petersburg
In movie
Scene where Ivan arrives in St. Petersburg. The city greets him with cold aloofness. He has come here for a specific, albeit difficult, purpose: to search for the relatives of Captain Medvedev, the paralyzed officer with whom they were held captive in Chechnya. Ivan feels obliged to try to rescue him. St. Petersburg turns out to be a labyrinth of streets and courtyards, where Ivan tries unsuccessfully to find the right address. He wanders around the city, checking against a scrap of paper on which is written the address of the Medvedev family. At one point, tired and frustrated, he stops on a bridge, lights a cigarette, and takes in the view of the river.
Real
Scene was shot Anichkov Bridge in St. Petersburg. One of the most recognizable and central bridges of the city, located on Nevsky Prospekt. The choice of this location for filming is quite justified: Anichkov Bridge is a visiting card of St. Petersburg, instantly recognizable to viewers. Its central location and accessibility make it convenient for the film crew. The bridge offers a beautiful view of the Fontanka River and the architectural ensemble of the city center, creating a visually appealing and atmospheric shot. The use of this location instantly immerses the viewer in the atmosphere of the city, enhancing the emotional impact of the moment when Ivan, standing on the bridge in the rain, reflects on his future fate and the fate of Captain Medvedev.
Cafe
In movie
Scene where John, desperate to find the money to buy back his bride Margaret, decides to turn to Ivan for help. He flies from London to Tobolsk, where they meet and sit down at a table in a street café.
Real
Scene was shot filmed a scene in Tobolsk, they are sitting at the walls of the Tobolsk Kremlin, and behind John's back is a view of the city.
Embankment opposite the bridge
In movie
Scene where John returns to London. He needs to find money urgently to free his wife. Despite his wealth, the amount requested by the terrorists is exorbitant. John goes to the seafront with his dog, where he meets his lawyer. The lawyer tells him the disappointing news: even if John sells all his possessions, he will not be able to raise the required amount. The lawyer suggests asking Margaret's parents for help. In the end, John is unable to raise the required amount.
Real
Scene was shot in London on the seafront opposite Tower Bridge. The choice of this location for filming was due to several factors. Firstly, Tower Bridge is an instantly recognizable symbol of London and the whole of Great Britain. Secondly, the waterfront offers picturesque panoramic views of the Thames and the city, creating an attractive backdrop for the scene. Third, the solid appearance of the bridge and embankment can emphasize John's high social status and the magnitude of the problem he faced. Fourthly, the waterfront as a public place adds to the realism of what is happening. The use of this location created a visually impressive and atmospheric scene, emphasizing John's desperation when faced with the impossibility of raising a huge sum of money to save his fiancée.
Station
In movie
Scene where Ivan, after returning from captivity, sits by the train station with a fellow soldier. They are eating ice cream and discussing plans for the future. Ivan talks about his intention to go to St. Petersburg to visit the family of Captain Medvedev, whom they tried to rescue. In this scene, Ivan is trying to adapt to a peaceful life after his experiences in captivity. He feels lost and cannot find his place.
Real
Scene was shot opposite the Yaroslavsky railway station. The choice of this location for filming was due to several factors. The station is a symbol of arrival and departure, the beginning and end of the journey. After the captivity Ivan is at a crossroads, and the station reflects his state of uncertainty and his search for further direction in life. The station is a place where people meet and part, where life boils, which adds to the realism of what is happening on the screen. It is also important that next to the Yaroslavsky station is the Leningradsky station. This circumstance adds additional meaning to Ivan's plans to go to St. Petersburg, since it is from the Leningradsky station that trains depart in that direction.