Festive film weekend: «Сирота Казанская»

Vladimir Mashkov’s 1997 comedy has become a modern Christmas classic. It tells the story of Nastya, a young teacher, who places a newspaper advert seeking the identity of her true father – and of the three men who respond.

Get into the festive spirit with our weekend course based on the modern Russian festive classic, Sirota Kazanskaya. With two lessons on consecutive days, you’ll watch excerpts from the film, examine its background and context, as well learn. You’ll watch excerpts from the film, examine its background and context, while improving your comprehension skills and building your vocabulary.

The first lesson will look at excerpts from the film, examine the background and context, and introduce key themes and vocabulary.

Between lessons, your task will be to watch the film. The second lesson will then give you the chance to discuss what you’ve seen and test how well you have understood it.

You’ll learn new vocabulary, practise your listening comprehension, improve your discussion and analysis skills – and you’ll pick up a wealth of fascinating historical and cultural information.

-Suitable for anyone interested in improving their listening skills and learning more about Russian culture. If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re really ready to watch a film in the original Russian, now is the time to find out!

This film weekend is for B1 and higher level students. If you’re unsure about your level, please email [email protected]