The Thief

In the post-WWII landscape of 1952 Russia, Katya and her young son Sanya find solace in the company of an enigmatic veteran named Tolyan. As their friendship blossoms into romance, Katya discovers that beneath the surface of this former officer lies a complex man with a hidden past - one that involves small-time criminal activities. However, as the bond between them strengthens, Tolyan also becomes an unexpected father figure to Sanya, shaping his life in ways they never could have imagined. This tender, coming-of-age story intertwines themes of love, family, and the challenges faced by individuals navigating the complexities of postwar Soviet society.