Sententia (2020): cast, story & where to watch
2020 · Film
Released in 2020, Sententia is a drama and history film directed by Dmitry Rudakov, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. Devoted to the last days of Soviet writer, poet, and Gulag survivor Varlam Shalamov, this film follows the efforts of two of Shalamov’s most devoted admirers to preserve the author’s legacy. Having lost his sight and hearing and living in a retirement home, he carried on doing the only thing that mattered to him — writing — until his final breath. This film is a testament to the value of writings that tell the unpalatable truths of the 20th century. To evoke the gritty texture of the Soviet world, Sententia is shot on 16mm black and white film.
Who’s in it. Sententia stars Alexandr Ryazantsev, Pavel Tabakov, Fyodor Lavrov and Ivan Krasko, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sententia page.
If you liked it. Fans of Sententia tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Sententia (2020)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sententia change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Sententia?
- Sententia stars Alexandr Ryazantsev, Pavel Tabakov, Fyodor Lavrov, Ivan Krasko and Alena Konstantinova.