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2012 Russian-Ukrainian film From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Rzhevsky Versus Napoleon (Russian: Ржевский против Наполеона, romanized: Rzhevsky protiv Napoleona; originally planned title «Наполеон капут!» Napoleon goes Kaput![2]) is a Russian-Ukrainian 2012 comedy film, sequel to the 2008 picture Hitler goes Kaput![3][4]
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| Directed by | Maryus Vaysberg |
| Written by | Andrei Yakovlev Mikhail Savin |
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| Starring | Pavel Derevyanko Volodymyr Zelenskyy |
| Cinematography | Irek Khartovich |
| Music by | Vladimir Saiko |
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Running time | 80 minutes |
| Countries | Russia, Ukraine |
| Language | Russian |
| Budget | $8.5 million[1] |
| Box office | $7.8 million[1] |
In early 19th-century Russia, as Napoleon Bonaparte’s (Volodymyr Zelensky) forces advance on Moscow, General Kutuzov devises a bold plan to delay him. Knowing Napoleon’s weakness for women, he recruits the notorious charmer Lieutenant Rzhevsky (Pavel Derevyanko), who is serving a sentence for his scandalous behavior. In exchange for freedom, Rzhevsky must disguise himself as "Countess Rzhevskaya" and seduce Napoleon to buy Russia time. Rzhevsky captivates Napoleon at a grand ball, but his mission is complicated when he falls for Natasha Rostova (Svetlana Khodchenkova), the reigning Miss Moscow, who unknowingly criticizes him for associating with the enemy. Rzhevsky juggles his feelings for Natasha and his duty, as he struggles to maintain his cover amid escalating romantic entanglements and Napoleon's advances.
The deception comes to a head as Natasha discovers Rzhevsky’s identity, and Napoleon learns the truth, enraged by the ruse. Rzhevsky ultimately succeeds in delaying Napoleon’s campaign, allowing the Russian army to regroup. The lovers escape to Paris, while Napoleon, defeated and disgruntled, is left to contemplate his downfall. In a final gesture, Rzhevsky lightens the moment by inviting Napoleon to share a croissant, symbolizing the triumph of Russian wit over French ambition.
Jean-Claude Van Damme agreed to act in the film for free, with only his lodging expenses paid.[5]
The film received mostly negative reviews.[6]
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