Based on actual if somewhat unbelievable events, a group of men escape from a Siberian gulag and walk 4000 miles overland to India. While listed as a drama the character development is fairly light and straight forward with roles being clearly defined early on and each staying in character throughout. While showcasing the incredible, and in places icky, hardships this band endured the real magic for me was the amazing scenery. Once free of the gulag viewers are treated to about an hour of some of the most stunning on location wide shots of landscape both beautiful and harsh. Its like taking a vacation on your couch. If you need a break from loud flashes and mythical creatures this one has your name on it. Despite the harsh story, viewing is easy and fairly light. Recommended.
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