The Second Attempt of Viktor Krokhin

During the flight, the hero of the film, the boxing champion, recalls his life's journey. The hero’s childhood was in the first post-war years. He grew up without a father, his mother was busy with work, his older brother was in prison, the relationship with the new stepfather did not work out, and the boy was brought up on the street. There he learned to fight, and this led him to the boxing ring. Over time, the stubborn street boy became the champion of Europe.

Directed by Igor Sheshukov, The Second Attempt of Viktor Krokhin leans on a strong ensemble — Lyudmila Gurchenko, Nikolai Rybnikov, Oleg Borisov — 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 1987.