22

A young guy from the Moscow suburbs can't handle his own life: a huge gap between him and his mother, agressive relations with his stepfather, street fights and serious health issues. But the biggest surprise will appear to be himself.

Directed by Igor Poplauhin, 22 leans on a strong ensemble — Denis Urvantsev, Victoria Tsygankova, Dmitriy Artaev — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.

The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about drama titles of 2016.