The main work on the film took place on the picturesque Lake Kotokel in Buryatia. At the center of the plot is a deep dramatic story about friendship and complex relationships between the characters. Both locals and famous Russian actors are involved in the project. The Ministry of Emergency Situations and the Federal Agency for Fisheries of Russia actively assisted in organizing the filming process, providing transportation for the film crew and equipment.

Filming Locations:

Pier

In the Movie

Scene where the hero stands on a pier on the lake shore and looks into the distance. His gaze is directed far, far away, to where the horizon merges with the water. The water sways slowly, reflecting the last rays of the setting sun. It feels like his thoughts are filled with emotions and doubts.

In Reality

The scene was filmed on Lake Kotokel — a picturesque location in the Pribaikalsky District of Buryatia. Its smooth water surface, surrounded by dense coniferous and deciduous forests, creates an atmosphere of seclusion and natural harmony. The lake is known for its clean, clear water, which looks especially impressive at sunrise and sunset, reflecting the sky in soft pastel tones. This location is ideal for scenes conveying a sense of calm, solitude, or deep reflection. Here you can shoot both large-scale panoramic drone shots and intimate moments against the backdrop of water, highlighting the beauty of Buryatia's untouched nature.

Street

In the Movie

Scene where once best friends, now they have become sworn enemies. Their eyes meet — full of anger, pain, and the bitterness of betrayal. The wind blows dust under their feet, the surrounding world seems to freeze in anticipation of an inevitable clash.

In Reality

The scene was filmed in the village of Kotokel on the shore of the lake of the same name. Village streets with wooden houses, old fishing boats on the shore, and well-worn paths leading to the water create an authentic picture of the Siberian hinterland. This is an ideal location for filming movies about life in the Russian provinces, dramatic stories about people connected to nature, or even mystical plots where the taiga and the lake become part of a mysterious narrative.