...is the lead character. because the film has not exactly a story. three young people. a sort of menage a trois. dialogues, confessions, few events who, against opportunities, are ignored. and the ice air. for see it, two conditions are obligatories - to be a fan of classic Russian cinema or to be familiar with French New Wave. sure, the film is not part of them, but each prepares the viewer for a film who could be deep boring for a large public. lie every film about relationship, without a clear end, who seems more be an experimental theater play. but, against all, it is a beautiful film. in strange way, off course. but , it is a good thing who remains after its end - the veils of atmosphere, the landscapes and an inspired cinematography.