Operação Y e outras aventuras de Shurik

My first time watching a Soviet film and I enjoyed it. It was certainly unique and unlike anything I have watched before; despite reminding me a little of other comedies. Mr Bean, Chaplin, The Monkees - these all came to mind at moments during the film.

Of course, 'Operation Y and Other Shurik's Adventures' is incredibly "Russian" too and showcases some of that unique Russian humour. It actually feels more like 3 episodes, as opposed to an actual movie. It works though, and the runtime flies by quickly as a result.

Each segment features the main character Shurik getting himself in various predicaments. It's 100% slapstick. Not all the humour translated across to this Australian viewer, but I still laughed out loud more than once.

By far the best 'segment' is the middle one titled "Deja Vu". It felt ahead of its time and was incredibly intelligent. A wonderful showcase of slapstick comedy that makes it worth the watch alone.