Icon

About This Movie

Icon (2016) is a thought-provoking documentary that meanders through the confines of a psychiatric hospital in Siberia, where the atmosphere is dense with emotion and raw human stories. The old doctor narrates his reflections on the human soul, prompting viewers to ponder profound questions about existence. It's shot within a setting that feels almost otherworldly, given its previous inaccessibility to film crews. The pacing is contemplative, allowing for moments of stillness that draw you deeper into the residents' experiences. The practical effects are minimal, letting the authenticity of the patients' lives shine through. There's a certain haunting beauty to it, making it distinct from more commercial documentaries. You get the sense of a place and its people grappling with their realities, which stays with you long after viewing.

Siberian psychiatric hospital settingFocus on personal storiesPhilosophical exploration of the human soul