Lovey-Dovey

A 2007 Russian romantic comedy film directed by Alexander Strizhenov. The story follows a married couple, Andrey (Gosha Kutsenko) and Marina (Kristina Orbakaite) Golubev, whose relationship is on the verge of collapse. They constantly argue, no longer understand each other, and even consider divorce. Desperate to save their marriage, they seek help from a mysterious psychotherapist (Vladimir Menshov), who offers them an unconventional solution. The next morning, they wake up to a shocking discovery: they have swapped bodies—Andrey is now in Marina’s body, and Marina is in Andrey’s. Forced to live each other’s lives, they experience firsthand the struggles and challenges the other faces daily. Andrey deals with the complexities of being a woman, while Marina struggles to adapt to the responsibilities of a man, including his work and habits. As they navigate their new realities, they begin to understand each other better, recognize their mistakes, and rediscover their love. After a series of comedic and touching moments, they finally return to their own bodies, now with a renewed appreciation for their relationship and a fresh start in their marriage.