avgust The original story is arguably the best piece of Russian literature. As such it presents a multifaceted reflection of Russian life of early nineteenth century and a compelling drama told lucidly with wit and subtlety.None can be applied to the movie we have to see. We are fed with ignorant clichés, belabored with shameless vulgarity and sodomized with lies that not just alter, but plainly kill the original story.Creators of the movie clearly deem their viewers to be incapable of subtlety. And they approach their audience as cunning salesmen whose task is to sell a cheap kitsch as a treasured masterpiece. Pushkin also could not rely on his readers' developed taste. But his novel lifted his readers up, this movie on the contrary, dumbs down the original to the level of the viewers.The movie cannot possibly be worse than it is.

darrhling A truly spectacular film with so many visual, psychological and melancholy delights that it is hard to know whom or what to praise more. Ralph Fiennes executes a stunning performance as the aloof, sarcastic disillusioned aristocrat managing a performance which combines a great deal of emotion and extreme surface passivity; Liv Tyler is at her most beautiful in one of her best performances to date as the poignant Tatiana who, as the film unfolds, evolves from passionate idealism into resignation and honour; and Martha Fiennes proves herself as part and parcel of the elite group of great directors... The filming is of high quality; a lot of very English wit and charm. A film which will appeal to those who enjoy BBC dramatisations, classics such as Cate Blanchett's performance in Elizabeth, Shakespeare in Love, etc.Enjoy!

DraculaJunior Only people with a British/American mind who never read Onegin in the original version can enjoy this. The movie is made in a British way, things that are being displayed in the film are more suitable for England, not Russia. Not to talk about the awful Russian music. The music is good and pretty well known in Russia, but... this was composed in the middle of the 20th century (some of it was used before as soundtracks to cult Russian films) definitely unsuitable for the time Onegin lived in.Nevertheless, most of the world would think it's good movie, and it is. But the Russians would find it quite laughable and wrong. Hence this movie isn't REALLY good.Fiennes and Tyler are casted well.

Armitaged This is one of the best period films to come out of the industry in 1999. I think Liv Tyler really showed her acting chops in this work, and Ralph is extraordinary in practically anything he does. Don't miss seeing Toby Stephens and Lena Headey as Vladimir and Olga. I saw this movie on tv a few years ago and I still can't forget how beautifully-done it was. It is incredibly under-rated and deserved more accolades than it received. I highly recommend this film because it has lush scenery, great and powerful performances, and a truly unforgettable story. "If you but knew the flames that burn in me which I attempt to beat down with my reason. " -onegin