The idea for the film about a con man who uses his ability to transform came from showman Alexander Revva and screenwriter Said Davdiev, known for the show "Evening Urgant." The plot revolves around Sanya, a master of disguise, who successfully pulls off scams by impersonating different people. But one day he robs the wrong people, and now armed criminals are after him. To hide, he decides to disguise himself as an elderly woman and get a job at a nursing home. In this difficult situation, he manages to find love and a chance for change. The filming took place at a country estate near Moscow, which houses a sanatorium of one of the federal ministries. However, filming was hampered by two factors: the ongoing vacation of guests at the sanatorium, which limited filming time, and a sharp cold snap that created discomfort, as the scenes were shot as autumn while it was already winter outside. "We started filming in the fall, and when about 60% of the material was shot, winter suddenly began," recalls Alexander Revva. "In the terrible cold, we had to depict autumn warmth — that's when the discomfort started. For example, in one episode, I jump out of an open window in my underwear while it's actually below freezing outside."

Filming Locations:

Nursing Home

In the Movie

The scene where Sanya, fleeing from his pursuers, arrives at his uncle's place, who works as the head of a nursing home. There, he gets the idea to disguise himself as Alexandra Pavlovna Fishman — a colorful woman in her 50s.

In Reality

The scene was filmed on the grounds of the "Uzkoye" health sanatorium in Moscow. It is located in the southern part of the city, in an area surrounded by green parks and forests. The sanatorium actively uses its natural resources for medical treatments and prevention of various diseases.

Church

In the Movie

The scene where a solemn and joyful wedding ceremony of the newlyweds takes place. The word "newlyweds" is only formal here, as the couple are already well into their second century. The main character also attends this festive event, now in his usual appearance.

In Reality

The scene was filmed at the Church of the Kazan Icon of the Mother of God opposite the "Uzkoye" sanatorium. This is a landmark monument of Moscow Baroque, located in the southwest of the capital, in the Yasenevo district. Built in 1698 by order of Prince Golitsyn, it became part of the "Uzkoye" estate complex. The church's architecture features elegant elements such as kokoshniks and carved decor, and the tall tented bell tower gives the building a majestic appearance. During the Soviet period, the church was closed and used for economic purposes, but in the 1990s it was returned to the Russian Orthodox Church. Today, it is not only active but also attracts believers and tourists with its history and architectural beauty.

Park

In the Movie

The scene where the pensioners from the sanatorium, led by their director, arrive for a deal with the bandits. The elderly heroes have kilograms of "goods" (you know what kind) in a suitcase, while the criminals have a suitcase stuffed with money.

In Reality

The scene was filmed at the Fourth Pond, which is located in the southwest of Moscow, in the Yasenevo district, and is part of the historical estate complex "Uzkoye." This body of water is surrounded by dense trees and neat paths, making it an ideal place for quiet walks and illegal transactions. The pond is located near the Church of the Kazan Icon of the Mother of God.