Principal photography for the fantasy feature “Sadko” is currently underway in Saint Petersburg. Inspired by classic Russian folklore, the film is slated for a nationwide theatrical release on March 8, 2028.
The ensemble cast features Anton Rogachev (“Eterna”), Anna Peresild (“Alice in Wonderland”), Nikita Kologrivy, and Yuri Stoyanov, among others. The project is being helmed by director Ivan Oganesov (“I Promised You”).
The narrative follows the wandering minstrel Sadko, who returns to Great Novgorod only to find himself instantly enamored with Princess Lyubava. In a desperate bid to thwart the schemes of local boyars and prevent a disastrous marriage between Lyubava and the treacherous ruler Dormidont, Sadko strikes a perilous bargain with the King of the Sea.
The screenplay was crafted by Alexander Arkhipov (“Gorynych”) and Pyotr Mordvintsev (“(Un)Artificial Intelligence”). The film is being produced by the CTB Film Company under the leadership of Sergey Selyanov, with costume design helmed by the renowned Nadezhda Vasilyeva.
Photos: CTB Film Company
Source: Film.ru