by The Wellington Russian Club warmly invites the community to a special screening of the feature film Aviator, directed by Egor Konchalovsky and based on the internationally acclaimed novel by Evgeny Vodolazkin. This adaptation brings to the screen one of the most thought‑provoking works of contemporary Russian literature, exploring memory, identity, and the boundaries of scientific ambition.
The film will be presented in Russian with English subtitles, making it accessible to both Russian‑speaking audiences and all those interested in world cinema.
Event Details
- Date: 21 March 2026
- Time: 14:30
- Venue: Newtown Community Centre
Corner of Colombo & Rintoul Streets, Newtown - Admission: Free
- Donations: Voluntary contributions are welcome and directly support the cultural programmes and community initiatives of the Wellington Russian Club
Following the screening, guests are invited to stay for a friendly reception and an open discussion of the film. Attendees are welcome to bring a homemade dish or drink to share at the communal table. These gatherings have become a cherished tradition of the Wellington Russian Club, offering an opportunity to meet new people, reconnect with friends, and enjoy a warm and inclusive atmosphere.
Contact: wellingtonrussianclub@gmail.com
About the Film
Set in 2026, “Aviator” follows a team of cryonics researchers who uncover the preserved bodies of individuals frozen in 1929 and transfer them to a secret laboratory for revival. Against all odds, one man survives the procedure: Innokenty Platonov. He awakens with no memory of who he is, where he comes from, or what has happened to him.
As Innokenty slowly reconstructs the fragments of his past, he becomes the key to understanding a long‑forgotten scientific experiment—one that challenges the limits of human life and raises profound ethical questions. His journey is both deeply personal and philosophically charged, touching on themes of time, loss, responsibility, and the fragile nature of human identity.
The film combines elements of historical drama, psychological mystery, and speculative science, offering viewers a visually striking and emotionally resonant experience. It invites reflection on the value of memory, the meaning of progress, and the moral cost of pursuing immortality.
