What may appeal to viewers who dream of finding a detective with a fascinating storyline where good actors play? “State Counselor” is a 2005 film, the plot of which is borrowed from the novel of the same name by Boris Akunin. When creating this picture, the brightest stars of Russian cinema gathered on the set. What is known about the central characters and performers of roles?
A few words about the plot
“State Counselor" is a film set in the late 19th century. Minister Khrapov is sent to Moscow, but members of a terrorist organization kill him on the way. The investigation of the crime is entrusted to Erast Fandorin (Oleg Menshikov), whose identity was used by an attacker in order to get to his victim. Fandorin serves as an official under the Moscow Governor General (Oleg Tabakov).
The search measures allow Erast Petrovich to establish that “BG” is involved in the murder - a revolutionary organization that has already managed to become famous for committing impudent assassinations of government officials. The head of the group is the mysterious Green (Konstantin Khabensky), a terrorist with a dark past. Unexpectedly, Gleb Pozharsky (Nikita Mikhalkov), an official from the capital who takes charge of the search for criminals, intervenes in the investigation. The more Fandorin learns about a Petersburger, the better he begins to realize that he is not as simple as he seems.
The film "State Counselor": Oleg Menshikov
Erast Petrovich Fandorin is a hereditary nobleman who lost his parents by the age of 19. The orphan not only managed to survive, but also made an enviable career. Spectators of the “State Counselor” get acquainted with the main character at a time when he occupies the post of official of special assignments, fulfilling the orders of the Governor General of Moscow. The main character is smart, has many useful talents, including the ability to solve the most complicated crimes.
Fandorin is one of the three central characters in the detective drama State Counselor. Oleg Menshikov is the actor who played this role. Erast Petrovich in his performance turned out to be an intellectual with the manners of a true prince, a modest and elegant man. Some viewers accuse Menshikov of not being able to convey the energy inherent in the book prototype of his character. Others believe that he made the best official Fandorin. As you know, other novels by Boris Akunin and Erast Petrovich to Menshikov were already filmed by Beroev and Noskov. "The Siberian Barber", "Burnt by the Sun", "Pokrovsky Gate" - other famous films with Oleg.
Nikita Mikhalkov and his hero
“State Counselor” is a film starred by Nikita Mikhalkov, who embodied the image of Gleb Pozharsky. The character of the famous artist is a clever careerist who achieves success by any means. A man who has taken over the entire political investigation, for the sake of climbing up the career ladder, often resorting to illegal tricks, easily sacrificing people. It is almost impossible to see his true face, Pozharsky cleverly changes his behavior depending on the situation.
It’s no secret that the success of a film depends on what actors play in it. “State Counselor” is a detective story in which one of the most interesting roles went to Nikita Mikhalkov. It is known that the script was substantially revised by the star of Russian cinema, Mikhalkov personally made changes to the dialogues in which his character participates. Also, the actor was not embarrassed by the fact that the book Gleb Pozharsky is significantly younger than him. Nikita Sergeevich was able to perfectly convey the cynicism and ruthlessness of his hero, to demonstrate his characteristic "nobility".
Who played the terrorist Green
Who else from the famous actors decorated the film “State Counselor” with his presence? Konstantin Khabensky - a man who received the role of the mysterious terrorist Green, the head of "BG". The hero sincerely believes in the cause of the revolution, which forced him to join a criminal group. In the past, Gregory Greenberg (the real name of the character) experienced a lot of grief, he was repeatedly in prison, from which he managed to escape.
Konstantin Khabensky also remarkably managed to convey the image of his hero, like other actors. "State Counselor" - a detective who would not have been so interesting without his Green. Khabensky managed to emphasize the strength of spirit of his character, his willingness to sacrifice himself in the name of the goal. The ability of Konstantin to play completely different characters has long been beyond doubt. It’s enough to recall him Plakhov from “Deadly Force”, a teacher from the film “Geographer drank the globe”, a military man from “Admiral”.
Other interesting heroes
Of course, other interesting actors starred in the film. “State Counselor” provided an opportunity to once again demonstrate his talent to such a wonderful actress as Oksana Fandera. Her character, Needle, is an unyielding participant in BG, in love with the terrorist Green. Also good are Vladimir Mashkov in the role of a charming thief nicknamed "Trump", Oleg Tabakov, who embodied the image of the head of Erast Fandorin.