Alexei and the Spring (2002): cast, story & where to watch
2002 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 2002, Alexei and the Spring is a documentary film directed by Seiichi Motohashi, running about 104 minutes.
What it’s about. 180 kilometers down wind of Chernobyl, the village of Budische was evacuated except for 55 older residents who refused to leave and one young man, Alexei who wanted to stay with his parents. This is a simple story of life in Budische 14 years later, as told in voiceover by Alexei. The Belarus village is built around a common spring from which everyone draws water, toting it back to their homes, and to which the women walk to do their laundry outside.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Alexei and the Spring has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Alexei and the Spring page.
If you liked it. Fans of Alexei and the Spring tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Alexei and the Spring (2002)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Alexei and the Spring change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Alexei and the Spring worth watching?
- Alexei and the Spring holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was Alexei and the Spring released?
- Alexei and the Spring was released in 2002, with a runtime of about 104 minutes.