The movie was filmed in various locations in Russia, including Moscow and Kiev. The main scenes were filmed in Moscow, where the characters discuss their everyday problems and dreams. Kiev was chosen for filming scenes related to the heroes' journey, which adds to the film's atmosphere of road and adventure. These cities were not chosen by chance: Moscow symbolizes everyday life and career, while Kiev is a place where the characters can get away from routine and enjoy freedom.
Observation deck in Kiev
In movie
Scene where After a walk along St. Andrew's Descent, the heroes discuss contemporary art and buy a painting as a present for the birthday boy. Lyosha and Slava argue about the meaning of art, and Kamil and Sasha laugh at their discussion. In the process, the friends go to the observation deck and, admiring the view, together start singing a made-up song about Andy Warhol.
Timing: 01:10:40
Real
Scene was shot The filming took place on one of the main observation platforms of Kiev, which offers a view of all the main sights of the city and the opposite bank. The choice of location for filming was conditioned by the desire to show the viewers the beauty of Kiev, which the heroes of the movie saw during their stay in the city.
Kiev
Andriyivsky Descent
In movie
Scene where During a stopover in Kiev, the friends stroll along Andriyivsky Spusk. They discuss contemporary art and buy a painting as a gift for the birthday boy. Lyosha and Slava argue about the meaning of art, while Kamil and Sasha laugh at their discussion.
Timing: 01:04:00
Real
Scene was shot on Andriyivsky Spusk in Kiev. It is a historic, picturesque location in the center of Kiev, iconic for this city, with many art galleries and stores, which is perfect for the art related scene.
Kiev
Lesha's apartment
In movie
Scene where After a domestic fuss, Lesha sneaks out of the house to relax with his friends and go on a trip. Leaving the house he does not yet suspect that together with the guys he will go on a trip to Odessa via Kiev.
Timing: 00:10:05
Real
Scene was shot in Moscow, in the Shuvalovsky apartment complex. This is an ordinary apartment block in Moscow, which the hero leaves in a rush in an effort to meet his friends and go on a trip with them as soon as possible.
Moscow
