Poyekhavshaya

A 2023 Russian comedy-drama road movie directed by Anton Maslov, based on the book "Why Stay at Home?" by cyclist Anna Smolina. The plot follows Anna Smolina (Olga Lerman), an ordinary woman who decides to break away from her routine life. Seeking change, she embarks on a cross-country bicycle journey through Russia, accompanied by her beloved dachshund, Kapa. Anna's destination is the town of Magadan, where she hopes to reconcile with her mother (Elena Yakovleva) after 13 years of estrangement. Along the way, she encounters new people, makes friends, and faces various challenges. By the end of her journey, Anna gains self-confidence and discovers love. The film also stars Viktor Khorinyak (Valera), Dmitry Chebotaryov (Roma), and Askar Ilyasov (Alisher). Released on March 8, 2023, the film topped the Russian box office in its first week, grossing 135.6 million rubles over the opening weekend.