Siberian Education (2013): Plot, Cast & Where to Watch

Name: Siberian Education
Genre: Drama, Crime
Released: 2013
Duration: 110 min
Cast: John Malkovich, Arnas Fedaravičius, Vilius Tumalavicius, Eleanor Tomlinson, Peter Stormare

What Siberian Education Is About

Two boys growing up in a criminal community deported to Transnistria in the Soviet period learn their grandfather's strict code: never steal from civilians, weapons are sacred, some criminals are beneath contempt. One of them keeps to it; the other does not. The film describes this moral order with curiosity and ends by showing that it too is an order of violence. The narrative makes the parting of the two boys its subject. Gabriele Salvatores directed, with John Malkovich as the grandfather. It is adapted from Nicolai Lilin's memoir. A real warning: the truth of that book was seriously disputed by journalists and regional specialists, who argued the community it describes did not exist as described. Watch this as fiction, not memoir.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Siberian Education about?

Two boys growing up in a criminal community deported to Transnistria in the Soviet period learn their grandfather's strict code: never steal from civilians, weapons are sacred, some criminals are beneath contempt. One of them keeps to it; the other does not.

Where can I watch Siberian Education?

Siberian Education is available to watch on digital platforms such as Amazon Video, YouTube, Fandango At Home. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.

How long is Siberian Education?

Siberian Education runs for 110 minutes (1h 50m).

When did Siberian Education come out?

Siberian Education was released in 2013.

Who directed Siberian Education?

Siberian Education was directed by Gabriele Salvatores.

Who stars in Siberian Education?

Siberian Education stars John Malkovich, Arnas Fedaravičius, Vilius Tumalavicius, Eleanor Tomlinson.

What is Siberian Education's rating?

Siberian Education holds 6.3/10 on IMDb and 6.8/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 64 out of 100.