The 1987 Soviet film (translated as Mister Designer ) is a gothic horror masterpiece directed by Oleg Teptsov. Set in St. Petersburg during the decadent "Silver Age" (c. 1908–1914), it serves as a surreal retelling of the Pygmalion myth, explored through a lens of obsession, art, and the supernatural. The Story: A Quest for Perfection
The film is widely praised for its "Russian Decadence" aesthetic and its eerie, dreamlike cinematography. Gospodin oformitel(1987)
At the mansion, Platon meets Grilliot's wife, Maria , who is the exact double of the long-dead Anna. Convinced she is his mannequin brought to life, he becomes consumed by a desperate need to prove her artificial nature. Themes and Atmosphere The 1987 Soviet film (translated as Mister Designer