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Director's Spotlight
Senior Film Conservator
Director's Spotlight: Soviet Union
A Deep Dive into the 1923 Vision of Boris Mikhin
Few works in Soviet Union cinema carry the same weight as Na krylyah vvys, especially regarding the technical innovation that Boris Mikhin introduced to the Adventure format. Subverting the expectations of the typical 1923 audience, it bridges the gap between traditional Adventure and contemporary vision.
In Na krylyah vvys, Boris Mikhin pushes the boundaries of conventional narrative. The film's unique approach to its subject matter has sparked endless debates and interpretations among cinephiles and critics alike.
| Cinematography | High-Contrast |
| Soundtrack | Minimalist |
| Editing | Disjunctive |
| Art Direction | Baroque |
Visualizing the convergence of Boris Mikhin's style and the core Adventure narrative.
A heroic-patriotic film about the Russian engineer Glagolev and his son Boris, a brave aviator-designer who became a Red Army man during the civil war years.
Decades after its release, Na krylyah vvys remains a vital piece of the cinematic puzzle. Its influence can be seen in countless modern works, solidifying Boris Mikhin's status as a master of the craft in Soviet Union and beyond.