ForumTitleContentMemberSexCountryDate/Time
Russia, Ukraine and BelarusTourist Visa from Russia to US
QUOTE (mjoy61 @ Nov 12 2007, 06:47 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I sent the link to this page to Masha and she was offended. Do not respond to anymore of my posts. I have heard your opinions already. I do not need top hear them again.


The information provided here has been complete and factually accurate. Getting a US Tourist visa involves:
Filling out this form online https://evisaforms.state.gov/ds156.asp
Going to an interview 14-21 days later.
Paying $100.
Answering a handfull of questions.

That is it. If the visa isn't approved, you can:

Apply again.
Apply for another visa type (F-1, J-1, L-1 are all very good candidates)
If you just want to meet, go someplace else (Several countries have been pointed out.)
russMaleRussia2007-11-12 19:28:00
Russia, Ukraine and BelarusTourist Visa from Russia to US
QUOTE (moxcamel @ Nov 12 2007, 02:19 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Also, I've left a couple of widows of deposed Nigerian Finance Ministers with absolutely no way to reclaim their $10 million in personal assets that she was going to give me a $2 million cut of, and all I had to do was give her a couple grand in "processing fees." I really am a heartless #######.


I bet your ####### is smaller than it should be and you could have more hair too smile.gif I hate spam.
russMaleRussia2007-11-12 14:54:00
Russia, Ukraine and BelarusTourist Visa from Russia to US
One more point - how many people have you ever corresponded with on the Internet that would travel internationally to your home? Does that strike anyone else as strange?

How did you meet "Masha?" Where does she live? What does she do? Do you speak on the phone?

I've spoken with lots of Russians on the phone that I've met online, Russian practice in exchange for English practice. Not once have I ever been asked about visas or travel to the US. That information is readily available in Russia, on the internet, in Russian.
russMaleRussia2007-11-12 14:02:00
Russia, Ukraine and BelarusTourist Visa from Russia to US
QUOTE (mjoy61 @ Nov 12 2007, 11:19 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Can anyone refer me to a reputable travel agency in Russia that can assist in obtaining a visa without ripping off me or anyone else involved?


Anyone assisting you with a US tourist visa from Russia is ripping you off, by definition. It is one of the easier visa types to apply for, fill out application, pay $100 at the embassy. Reputable Russian travel agents can help with Russian buerocracy, not the other way around. The vast majority of young, single women from Russia end up overstaying visas in the US, which is why they are almost never approved.

As I mentioned before, I would be happy to arrange for a former Moscow CO to speak with you about why this is not possible. Russians who have been married and living with Americans for YEARS in Moscow routinely can not get tourist visas.
russMaleRussia2007-11-12 13:46:00
Russia, Ukraine and BelarusTourist Visa from Russia to US
QUOTE (mjoy61 @ Nov 12 2007, 11:19 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Is there anyone on this forum with positive first hand experience at obtaining a tourist visa to USA for a Russian citizen? Is there anyone who can give me concrete information on the income, property holding and familial obligation minimums required for getting a visa? Can anyone refer me to a reputable travel agency in Russia that can assist in obtaining a visa without ripping off me or anyone else involved?


I think we covered this pretty well in the other thread, but here we go again.

Every Russian I know that was issued a US Tourist visa had:

1) Over USD 2,000 in monthly income
2) Was married
3) Had already been outside of Russia on many occasions
4) Was over 30 years old.

Satisfy these conditions and you will probably be okay. Otherwise, meeting in Jamaica, Egypt, or possibly Greece (this is an EU visa that is not impossible to get - also allows for travel in the rest of Westen Europe).

There are no concrete numbers, it is up to the judgement of the CO at the embassy. By law, he must assume the applicant has immigrant intent until they (alone) can prove otherwise to his satisfaction. If you don't believe me, here it is from the horse's mouth: http://moscow.usemba...ecord_id=nivfaq

It is in English and Russian.
russMaleRussia2007-11-12 11:28:00
Russia, Ukraine and BelarusRussian visa application & registration questions
QUOTE (Chris Parker @ Nov 26 2007, 10:55 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
2) 1-day layover upon arrival in Moscow... Do I need to someone register the tourist/homestay visa when i have to stay somewhere for 1-night after the initial arrival to change planes? Can the visa actually be registered even though I have not reached the sponsoring party/organization? (for example, if I have a tourist visa and I stay in a private apartment for the first night, can that person get me an OVIR stamp on the tourist visa to validate that stay? Or, if I have a homestay visa and I stay in a private apartment, not the sponsor's, or a hotel for the first night, can it still be registered?)


As long as you will be able to register at your final destination within 72 hours of arrival in Moscow, you are fine. If not, you need to spend at least 3 days in Moscow to register there first. In this case, stay in a hotel and have them do it.

The fine is less than $100, so you may just want to pay it when you register late.
russMaleRussia2007-11-26 23:47:00
Russia, Ukraine and BelarusQuestion about Russian (internal) Passport
QUOTE (mox @ Nov 27 2007, 11:52 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
From Wikipedia:

- The internal passport has to be renewed at ages 20 and 45.
- "Russian citizens who move abroad and decide to give up their Russian residency must surrender their internal passport to their local Russian consulate."


Thanks for the correction, that sound right.
russMaleRussia2007-11-27 12:32:00
Russia, Ukraine and BelarusQuestion about Russian (internal) Passport
QUOTE (Chris Parker @ Nov 27 2007, 11:12 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
The Russian interior passports have no expiration (They are also free and required to have).

I think the "renewal" she speaks about is just adding an updated of the photo. I seriously doubt they would take away her passport for a month, as well as that it would take more than 1 day to add a photo (as she is required to have it in her possession, at just about all times).


They do expire, every 5 to 10 years depending on how old you are. It took my wife about a month to get hers renewed, and cost a few hundred bucks. A complication was that it was expired when she renewed it. (She was in the US when it expired a few years back, and you can't renew them here). They do take it for a month
russMaleRussia2007-11-27 11:49:00
Russia, Ukraine and BelarusQuestion about Russian (internal) Passport
Update from my wife: She would try to get it renewed if possible, since it will be good for 20 years. It isn't a big deal to renew it after it is expired. Maybe you can fly back to do it later in the year?
russMaleRussia2007-04-29 10:35:00
Russia, Ukraine and BelarusQuestion about Russian (internal) Passport
I wouldn't worry about the internal passport. If you don't live in Russia, it is useless. She can re-enter Russia with her international passport.

If it is expired, a small bribe is all you need if you get caught. She won't be able to get it renewed in the US.

Be cautious in accepting Maydaydas's suggestion. Russian internal passports are tricky. It is very difficult to get them reissued or altered at embassies in the States, although it may be possible.

This is a topic where a consulting with a Russian attorney, resident in Russia, may be worthwhile. I may be able to provide a name if you PM me.

You may get helpful insight from a specifically Russian board, such as

http://www.russianme...ace.com/forums/


russMaleRussia2007-04-29 09:58:00
Russia, Ukraine and BelarusCancelling K1
QUOTE (Satellite @ Nov 17 2007, 12:40 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Great advise, I would add that you should go through the whole process of getting on. Once the visa is in hand you have an additional 6 months to decide if you want to use it.


Agreed - if there is any chance you will change your mind, a K-1 doesn't commit you to anything. You can certainly pursue moving to Holland (or anywere else) at the same time.

Don't know the details of your motivation for doing this, but feel free to PM me with more information.
russMaleRussia2007-11-17 23:44:00
Russia, Ukraine and BelarusCancelling K1
QUOTE (John & Alla @ Nov 14 2007, 07:34 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I will be cancelling my K1 application; my fiancee will not be able to come to America for private reasons I prefer not to discuss; but we are still committed to each other. I am discussing with her the prospect of my moving to Russia or maybe getting married in Russia and looking for an acceptable country (spain, germany, england, etc) to move on a work visa.

anyone have any knowledge how hard it is for a married Russian citizen to an American to move to other countries outside Russia. I would get a work visa and I would want her to go with me as my wife.


I used to live in Holland, very easy. You have two options for moving there:

1) Get a job paying over 35,000 EUR. No work visa required, automatic residency. This will automatically apply to your wife immediately. (She would just go to city hall and have a residence permit put in her passport the same day)

2) Start a business in Holland. Put about 20,000 EUR in a bank account there, and pay the business guild a few thousand bucks. This also qualifies you for residence. Your wife also gets legal residence immediately. The "Dutch-America Friendship Act" is what you want to look into.

Either way, no months/years of waiting like in the US.

You also get something called the "30% rule" in Holland - 30% of your income is tax free, for 10 years. This rule also lets you get a driver's license there without having to take a test in Dutch. (You don't need to speak Dutch to live there, huge expat community.)

I wouldn't seriously consider Russia, Western Europe will be much better for both of you.

I don't know what you do for work, but please PM me, I may have some leads for you.
russMaleRussia2007-11-14 20:01:00
Russia, Ukraine and BelarusRussia to Vote on Sunday
QUOTE (Chris Parker @ Nov 27 2007, 11:06 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
so I don't know how the U.S. would like it if it found out its naturalized citizen is voting outside the U.S. in a foreign election even though that country considers her eligible to vote. Probably not worth getting involved anyway.


The US doesn't care if you vote in other countries.

Holding elected office would be an issue, that's about it.
russMaleRussia2007-11-27 23:23:00
Russia, Ukraine and BelarusRussia to Vote on Sunday
QUOTE (kinzaza @ Nov 27 2007, 05:45 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I don't see Putin as being that bad though! But it's my humble opinion


Single party democracy has never worked well, anywhere.
russMaleRussia2007-11-27 18:35:00
Russia, Ukraine and BelarusRussia to Vote on Sunday
QUOTE (Satellite @ Nov 27 2007, 04:06 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Russians will be voting in parliamentary elections this Sunday. Is anyone's spouse / fiancé(é) going to vote?
http://news.yahoo.co...ssia_election_1
Not like it is going to matter anyway.


It isn't worth getting on an airplane for a vote that won't matter anyway.

The way the rules are set now, Putin's United Russia should end up with 100% of the parliamentary seats. The constitution will require him to add at least a few token seats from other parties.

I honestly don't understand the crackdown on every minority, since the electoral rules already guarantee United Russia winning.
russMaleRussia2007-11-27 16:57:00
Russia, Ukraine and BelarusDog's favorite movie
I was watching a movie with the dog last night, The Hound of the Baskervilles. Being a beagle, he loved it. He stared at the TV, howling at the screen. I have never seen him happier (other than running with a pack of actual beagles). He definitely knows what type of dog he is - he only likes other hounds.

What cute things do your dogs do?

EDIT: (Oops, I think I meant to put this in the off topic area. Oh well)

Here he is:

Attached Files


Edited by russ, 30 November 2007 - 06:28 PM.

russMaleRussia2007-11-30 18:27:00
Russia, Ukraine and BelarusClosed Borders
QUOTE (Danno @ Nov 18 2007, 08:53 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Thanks for the correction of detail, but I "thought" I had Read he was killed in front of his Apt in Cal. Oddly enough I cant seem to find mention of the cause of his death, even at http://www.dithpran.org... not even a mention of his death but this detail is irrelevant to my point.


We are both mistaken. The actor who played Dith Pran was murdered in LA.

Dith Pran has worked at The New York Times since 1980, and reports of his death (by me) were wildly exaggerated.
russMaleRussia2007-11-18 09:10:00
Russia, Ukraine and BelarusClosed Borders
QUOTE (Danno @ Nov 17 2007, 08:50 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Great movie on the true life story of one Vietnamese who lived through it and made to to america (only to be killed on the streets in California) was The Killing fields.


Sorry to challenge your history, but "The Killing Fields" was not about Vietnam. It was Cambodia, the Khmer Rouge. The man who ultimately escaped became a New York Times photographer, and was ultimately killed in a car crash.

It had absolutey nothing to do with America or our military.

We watched it in my 8th grade geography class, I'm quoting this from memory (but I'm fairly certain that I am correct)
russMaleRussia2007-11-17 23:32:00
Russia, Ukraine and BelarusClosed Borders
QUOTE (Danno @ Nov 14 2007, 10:52 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Actually, I believe it was more like .........................600,000.
Thats a lot of friggin people, I think Iraq is right around 4000.


It was a big deal. It was the first case of modern warfare, machine guns, etc. The US was a much smaller place then, there were only 27 million of us at the time. We are ten times larger now, it would be like 6 million Americans dying if such a war happened today.
russMaleRussia2007-11-15 00:30:00
Russia, Ukraine and BelarusClosed Borders
QUOTE (moxcamel @ Nov 14 2007, 07:34 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Agreed but we have no "institutional" memory of either of these wars. For most Americans the Civil War is all about the Gettysburg Address (which most Americans have never read or even know what it's about) and Gone with the Wind. I read a survey sometime back where 70% of responding high school kids believed George Washington fought in the Civil War. That's sad.


Over 500,000 died during the civil war, it was hardly a trivial event.

The American Revolution was similar to the Russian one, we both had a King, and both got rid of him. Our new government just lasted a bit longer.

QUOTE (moxcamel @ Nov 14 2007, 07:34 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
For sheer bloodiness, the Russian Revolution probably beats the American Revolution and the American Civil War combined and several times over. And that's just one example of Russian upheaval. We've never had to experience the likes of World War I,


Again, I would have to disagree. The 116,000 Americans who died during WWI would probably disagree as well. The Russians avoided the worst of it, as the government collapsed during the war. Most Russian deaths were from the revolution that began during the war.

The British, French, and German losses during the Great War were truly disgusting. I've been to many of the WWI battlefields. Entire generations of young men were wiped out in Canada, New Zealand and Australia fighting this war.

Canadians still certainly remember it, probably moreso than WWII. I have a red poppy for Nov 11th.

QUOTE (moxcamel @ Nov 14 2007, 07:34 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
nor the sheer death toll in World War II. The Soviet Union lost over 20 million people in WW2. The United States lost just over 400,000. Post WW2 was almost as bloody. Nobody knows how many died to Stalin, but it was in the millions. It could in fact be worse than the Nazi Holocaust.


Actually the Soviet Union lost over 20 million before WWII even started. By almost every academic tally, Stalin killed far more Russians than Hitler did. (I don't think either of them were very nice people.)

After WWII was not as bloody. After Stalin's death, the purges ended almost completely.

QUOTE (moxcamel @ Nov 14 2007, 07:34 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
As I say, we have nothing to compare this sheer loss of humanity to. What's more, the Russians study it from an early age. (this may be less true these days, which would be a shame) There is a clear institutional history, a connectedness to their past that we lack, and I think that's to our detriment. We simply don't know how to deal with adversity when it comes our way, and so we overreact because most Americans have nothing to compare it to.


History in Russia has still largely been whitewashed and altered. Many Russians would not believe that the US and UK even fought in World War II. Much of the destruction in the Soviet Union was a result of the poor planning and poor strategy of the Soviets at the beginning of the war. Remember, the Soviets were an aggressor in this war (they annexed Finland and Poland, which both caused great losses on thier own, and sped up the German offensive).

Still a sore spot with my (Finnish) family.
russMaleRussia2007-11-14 19:54:00
Russia, Ukraine and BelarusClosed Borders
QUOTE (moxcamel @ Nov 14 2007, 06:01 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
The Russian Revolution, for example, is just something we have nothing to compare to. Americans have been very fortunate. We have never really had to face true adversity.


There was this thing called the "American Revolution."

And the American Civil War, the bloodiest war the US has ever seen, which was not so different.
russMaleRussia2007-11-14 19:06:00
Russia, Ukraine and BelarusClosed Borders
QUOTE (moxcamel @ Nov 12 2007, 12:02 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
In the hypothetical situation that relations broke down so badly that we returned to cold-war style relations with the FSU, I think it would be impossible to know how travel restrictions would play out. It's possible that relations


Not going to happen. Thoses with the money and power in Russia have an interest in being able to travel, so restrictions will not happen. Most people already can not travel, as they are poor and can't leave Russia anyway. This is basically how it worked in Soviet times - those with power had no trouble travelling. The poor couldn't, as they were charged several years (as much as 30) salary for an exit visa. The US passed Jackson Vanik in 1974 to address this, which is still law in the US. The Kremlin hates this, as it also keeps them out of the WTO.
russMaleRussia2007-11-12 12:23:00
Russia, Ukraine and BelarusClosed Borders
QUOTE (Danno @ Nov 9 2007, 11:12 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I am trying to think of countries which have closed their doors to Americans..... I can't think of one. Even in an almost worst case future event, family members would have legit reasons to travel in and out of Russia.


Cuba, Iran and North Korea, but those are restrictions from the US, not the other way around.
russMaleRussia2007-11-09 11:14:00
Russia, Ukraine and BelarusClosed Borders
The liklihood of that happening is nil. I mean, even during the cold war there were flights from New York to Moscow starting in the early 60s! During most of the cold war, Americans were free to travel to Russia, though being the enemy, not many people did it.
russMaleRussia2007-11-09 10:52:00
Russia, Ukraine and BelarusMarriage in Siberia. Anger and frustration in Moscow.
QUOTE (seanconneryii @ Nov 20 2007, 07:38 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
The "idiot' clerk works for the Homeland Security Agency and an embassy is US soil...so I think accountability by congress or court is possible.


Well, as the party to the suit is outside the US, they would have a tough time suing in a Federal Court. Their job is to act on a petition, which means approve or deny it (which they did). You already have a form of relief, which is filing another petition.

I'm not a lawyer though, but what they tell me is being in the US is always better when it comes to immigration matters. At least then you can use the courts, whereas overseas, you can't. In general, foreign nationals don't have any rights when they are physically outside the United States.
russMaleRussia2007-11-20 11:41:00
Russia, Ukraine and BelarusMarriage in Siberia. Anger and frustration in Moscow.
QUOTE (seanconneryii @ Nov 17 2007, 10:18 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I was thinking more along the lines of the lack of "due process." Or making false or misleading statements.


False or misleading statements would generally fall under the Federal Trade Commision (interstate commerce). The government, particularly acting outside the US, would be immune here.

Due process only would apply inside the US, not to foreign nationals in other countries.

QUOTE (seanconneryii @ Nov 17 2007, 11:09 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Do you think it's best to write to my congressman or senators?


It can't hurt. Just be calm and reasonable, and don't expect anything to happen.
russMaleRussia2007-11-17 23:26:00
Russia, Ukraine and BelarusMore Election News
QUOTE (Sid and Nancy @ Dec 1 2007, 02:02 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
...and even if they did, it would take an imbecile to be impressed by them, because as far as I'm aware, United Russia doesn't boast any charismatic or articulate members.


I don't think that they could - it would be a challenge to the power at the top... Such a politician would not last long.
russMaleRussia2007-12-01 22:51:00
Russia, Ukraine and BelarusMore Election News
http://www.themoscow.../11/30/001.html

Here is the best part:

Eight percent of Russians polled in mid-November said they saw United Russia officials debating candidates from other parties, while 69 percent of those who watched the debates said they were impressed with the party's performance there, according to a poll released this week by the state-controlled VTsIOM polling agency.

The thing is, United Russia did not participate in a single debate.
russMaleRussia2007-11-30 12:43:00
Russia, Ukraine and Belarusairline tickets for my wife
QUOTE (Jason-Sasha @ Dec 3 2007, 05:21 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Just curious....Chris Parker mentioned traveling with Russian passport and U.S. passport. When can an immigrant apply for a U.S. passport? Was just wondering, that's all.


You can apply 3 years after you have a greencard (assuming you are married). Otherwise, 5 years. (Actually, you are getting a certificate of naturalization. After you have this, you can apply for a passport.
russMaleRussia2007-12-03 06:54:00
Russia, Ukraine and BelarusOff Topic
QUOTE (Satellite @ Nov 27 2007, 08:31 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
How would you pay the local florist? Assuming he doesn't take credit cards, common thing for a lot of small business in Russia. Or suppose you did manage to pay him, how would you ensure he actually performed? What is your remedy for breach and who will enforce it and how? In my opinion without a local on the ground it's a real toss up if you will have any success based on reputation and trust only.


Credit cards are common enough in Russia now, that shouldn't be a problem. People who pay $25 for flowers in Russia probably have credit cards as well.

If they screw you, you are only out $20.
russMaleRussia2007-11-27 23:25:00
Russia, Ukraine and BelarusOff Topic
QUOTE (seanconneryii @ Nov 27 2007, 06:41 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Any fellow Russia posters have recommendations for a florist who sends to Siberia? I was using ASAP.RU but just had a bad experience which they refused to resolve.


Call a local florist. This tends to be the cheapest way to send flowers (or anything else) in most of the world. Shouldn't cost you more than $15 (what I spent on a large bouqet last summer). I wouldn't pay more than $5 for delivery.

The internet and telephone have made FTD obsolete as well. Much easier to call a local guy who can do it for 10 cents on the dollar, compared to what they charge.
russMaleRussia2007-11-27 19:09:00
Russia, Ukraine and BelarusSkipping a connecting flight
QUOTE (mox @ Dec 4 2007, 04:53 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (rentvent @ Dec 4 2007, 01:48 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
You can only skip the last leg of the roundtrip. Any other missed legs and the airline cancels the whole ticket.

That has not been my experience, unless you mean the last leg of each stop.

I had a round trip from


I've done this too. BTW, the issue is usually failing to check in for a flight, not whether you are on it (for the purpose of deciding whether to cancel your whole trip).

I usually don't check bags (so this isn't an issue for me). For flights entering the US, you will claim your bags anyway.
russMaleRussia2007-12-04 17:16:00
Russia, Ukraine and BelarusUS Embassy in Moscow Questions
QUOTE (slim @ Dec 7 2007, 01:39 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
you are a "real" lawyer. (Everyone has the right to represent themselves, right?)


The only "real" lawyers are the one that the bar considers "real" lawyers...

Representing yourself is almost always a bad idea, as you are too emotionally involved in what is happening. Objective and more knowledgable advice is usually in your interest.

Most of what we have gone through here does not require a lawyer, since it is paperwork and procedure - there is very little legal knowledge required. (Filling out a K-1 or AOS is something a paralegal or secretary would do at a law firm). It is the complicated cases that would be argued in a court that require competent counsel.

(USCIS employees know the law as well as we do -- which means, they don't know it at all. They know the procedures and regulations they are supposed to follow. Their lawyers are the ones who know the law. )
russMaleRussia2007-12-07 22:34:00
Russia, Ukraine and BelarusUS Embassy in Moscow Questions
QUOTE (zhenya.shikarnov @ Nov 23 2007, 07:34 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hi All,

I was wondering if anybody can tell me what the interview process in Moscow is likely to involve for my fiance? I've heard lots of conflicting stories about the difficulty involved (ranging from deeply intimate and offensive questions, to the incredibly mundane), and wonder what peoples' real experiences have been.


The best advice - ??? ????? ??????.

Really, it isn't a big deal. They flip through the file, ask a few questions, and it is over. It is not worth worrying about. Everyone here (in the last 3 years) has been fine. Nothing offensive in our case.
russMaleRussia2007-11-24 02:16:00
Russia, Ukraine and Belarusshare your movie
QUOTE (natarussia @ Nov 24 2007, 12:51 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
It's not a "movie" really, but it is a series called Brigada or ??????? in Russian. I rented this a long time ago from Netflix, I was glued to it and watched all 5 discs in two days ... each "episode" is an hour long ... great plot, great actors, awesome ending.

I agree with this reviewers comments ... Brigada is one of the most popular Russian TV-series ever made. The company behind the serials has time after time been forced to deny rumours about a second season. The fact is that the TV-serial is that good that it could well had been made for the screen if it wasn't for runtime of 13 hours. The Berlin Film Festival even made an exception from not showing tv productions when showing two of the episodes of this TV-series.


I've seen this too (in Russian, no subtitles - that was tough). I thought it was kind of like the Sopranos, but four friends instead of a crime family. My wife thought it romanticized crime too much, but liked it otherwise. Good recommendation!

?????? ? ????????? was also a fantastic Russian miniseries if you can find it.
russMaleRussia2007-11-24 02:08:00
Russia, Ukraine and Belarusshare your movie
QUOTE (jasman0717 @ Nov 14 2007, 08:20 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Shawshank Redemption
...


What exactly do these have to do with Russia?
russMaleRussia2007-11-14 20:22:00
Russia, Ukraine and Belarusshare your movie
QUOTE (moxcamel @ Nov 14 2007, 05:39 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Anyone know how to get a copy of the Russian miniseries of Doctor Zhivago? Came out in 2006 on Russian TV. Bonus points if it's Region encoded for the US.


Bittorrent, depending on how you feel about copyright violations. torrents.ru would be a good place to start.
russMaleRussia2007-11-14 19:07:00
Russia, Ukraine and Belarusshare your movie
QUOTE (slim @ Nov 14 2007, 02:18 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
In this movie, the boy had access to both sides and was used by both sides to relay disinformation and intelligence. They're still doing that today and just like the little shoe-shine kids on the streets of Vietnam, there are little kids selling ice or offering to clean boots in Iraq as we speak.


The Germans had three full regiments of Russians during the great patriotic war (about 21 companies). They wisely did not deploy them on the Russian front, they were mostly used in the Balkans.

Stalingrad is a very interresting battle to study. The germans broke a lot of rules. One being, if there is a river, it is better to take both sides. Another being protection of your supply lines. Snipers had relatively little to do with the battle - German guns could safely level the city from 30 miles away (and did). Letting Zhukov encircle them was the deciding factor.
russMaleRussia2007-11-14 14:34:00
Russia, Ukraine and Belarusshare your movie
Ever heard of this guy?



http://ru.wikipedia....

(English Version)
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Preved
russMaleRussia2007-11-14 12:11:00
Russia, Ukraine and Belarusshare your movie
What actual Russian films have you all watched? I'm curious (I've seen quite a few, but
always looking for more)

Also (probably a question for Sat) - there is a cartoon of a Pushkin children's poem that I would like.
I don't know what it is called (there are probably a few. I can post part of the
poem if it helps. Watched it in class a few years ago.
russMaleRussia2007-11-14 02:32:00