What is That Person, What is This

About This Movie

So, 'What is That Person, What is This' is this quiet little drama that really gets under your skin. The pacing is deliberate, almost meditative, as we follow Ivan, who seems caught between two worlds—the city that shaped him and the village that holds his roots. The cinematography captures the stark contrasts beautifully, the bustling energy of urban life versus the serene, almost haunting beauty of rural settings. The performances are grounded, especially the dynamic between Ivan and his grandfather, which feels so genuine. It dives deep into themes of identity and belonging, exploring how we can often feel like outsiders in spaces that should feel familiar. There’s a rawness here that I found refreshing, something that lingers after the credits roll.

Explores identity and belongingContrasts urban vs. rural lifeGrounded performances