ANATOLII TARABRIN-INTERVIEW

When did you realised you wanted to be a Filmmaker\Actor\Writer?

That was more than 15 years ago. My first education was as a stage director. I graduated from the Academy of Cinema at the age of 22. But fate decreed that I went to work not by profession. And only now, already in adulthood, I realized that filmmaking is exactly what I have always dreamed of doing in life. Usually all serious decisions come to us already at a conscious age when we have a lot of life experience behind us. That's exactly what happened to me.

Do you remember your first time at the Movies?



Of course, I don't remember my first trip to the cinema. But I always remember the emotions that visit me after watching a good and touching movie in the cinema. Every trip to the cinema is an immersion into a world that does not exist. Into a world where you can be anyone and imagine yourself in the place of anyone. Cinema teaches us a lot. It teaches love, compassion, and most importantly teaches you to dream.

If you should change country where would you like to work?



Of course in Hollywood. I will never forget my first emotions when I found myself on a tour of Hollywood film studios. I was filled with such delight and such a rush to create something new and extraordinary that I could not sleep for several months. I sat and imagined how I would work here. how I would like to buy coffee in a cafe that on the contrary communicated with colleagues and the team on the site. I think it's a real dream for any filmmaker to get into Hollywood.

Two films that have marked your life for better or for worse…

I like very heavy and difficult films. Films with deep meaning. One of these films after which my life has definitely changed a lot is the film "Dogville" by Lars von Trier. I don't want to be a spoiler and reveal the plot of this movie to those who haven't seen it. Because it seems to me that everyone should watch this movie. Look to understand the power of society and the influence of the people around us on ourselves. But it was an example of a heavy film. If it's easy, then it's a "Green Book". I myself really like jokes in my life and make jokes at everyone. But in this film there is a great story, accurate and such a strong humor of the main characters and, of course, a story about how, despite any obstacles and difficulties, you need to go forward to your goal. Even if a small hare moves through a whole field of evil wolves ready to devour it.

What do you think about Acting/ filmmaking schools?Have you ever hated your ambition?



A very difficult topic for me. The fact is that I personally graduated and graduated from 3 different film schools. Somewhere I liked it more, somewhere less. Now in the 21st century, there is a good trend in the world for learning and thanks to modern communications, anyone can find anything and learn about everything. this is definitely good. But still, I would like education to be of better quality and film schools not to multiply like mushrooms in a clearing, but to increase their personal potential and the opportunities that they can pass on to their students. As for ambitions, good and sober ambitions always give an impetus to move forward. It seems to me that any creative person should have strong and firm ambitions. After all, the director who does not dream of getting an Oscar is bad.

Francois Truffaut used to think that "Film Lovers are sick people”… was he right?



I totally agree with that. Now when I look at people who are just coming out on the set and starting their journey, I want to tell them: My God, guys, change your profession! After all, you will not sleep at night, your shooting shifts can last 20 and 30 hours without a break and then again. And so you will be like a squirrel running in its wheel. But on the other hand, I remember myself after shooting each film and understand how wonderful it is to see my finished film that other people are watching. A film that can change the fate of at least one viewer.

Close your eyes…if I say “Cinema” what do you see?



For me, it's a crowd of people on the set. This is a lot of coffee, sleepless nights, waiting for a good take, working with actors, worries and excitement before going out with the editing director.

Who’s the Director\Actor\Writer that taught you the most?



I watch a lot of different movies. And old and still mute and black and white. I can't single out one person. After all, every famous and talented director is a character with a huge inner world. My Favorites are Tarantino, Hitchcock, George Lucas, Friedrich Wilhelm Murnau, Damien Chazelle

About your job, tell us your biggest dream and your worst nightmare…



My biggest dream is to realize everything that is in my head. I write a lot and of course I would like to shoot all my ideas so that the viewer can see them. And the worst nightmare is not to have time to do it or to give up and not do it at all.

How important is to have a good Cinematographic Culture?



cinematic art combines many genres. this is what makes it much more attractive and more accessible to most people on the planet. After all, it is not for nothing that there is a famous phrase "cinema is the most important of all the arts"

What would you like to improve as Filmmaker\Writer?



I would like to improve first of all in the skills of various professions that are present on the site. I believe that a good director should not only understand all the processes, but also know them personally. As a cameraman, as a gaffer, second director, illuminator, actor. When you understand and can independently perform any tasks, you become a person with a huge outlook of thinking. and wordlessly, this is what helps you create real original films.

A big producer give you the chance to direct\to play (in) the remake of one of your favorite black and white Movie (if you have one)… what film do you choose?



Of course it will be "The passion of Jeanne Dark" is the famous silent French drama of 1928. It's just an incredible movie. Those who watched it couldn't help but admire the amazing Renée Jeanne Falconetti game. I would like to try to repeat this masterpiece in modern cinema.

Film Industry it’s a tough place and sometimes is normal to feel lost and discouraged… who’s the person that keeps you motivated?

I am supported above all by my family and my loved one. I always admire people who can live next to creative people. After all, sometimes there really is a complete creative burnout and support is very important. And of course the most important role in this is played by our beloved people.

Alfred Hitchcock said: "To make a good film you need 3 things: The script, the script and the script".  Do you agree with him?



The script and drama are the basis of everything. not just the movie. even in life there is nothing without a script. everything always has a beginning, a climax and a denouement. The script is the most important thing. nothing will ever work without it. Yes, I completely agree with this statement.

What’s yourmost ambitious project for the future?

I really want to implement one script that I've been writing for about three years. It's a musical. Quite a difficult job, first of all, not because it has a big budget or some action scenes. This work is about the depth of the soul through the life of the hero and his mirror world. In my immediate plans, this is my most ambitious and significant project.

Do you think that sadness or at least melancholy let be more creative?



I think so. Of course, when we experience separation, disappointment or some feelings of mental pain, we are able to create and create very touching things and pictures. When I'm sad, I always write poetry. I don't know how it turns out, but the most nutritious thing for creativity is not mutual love or heartache.

What do you wish to yourself as a Filmmaker\Writer?

I would wish myself not to lose myself and never go off the path that I have made up for myself. So to speak, to go through all this difficult path. After all, it is incredibly difficult for a novice director. You can't even imagine how sometimes you give up and don't want to do this profession anymore. It's very hard to be noticed or heard. But there is no need to stop and you should always go only forward.