Ипподром (1979)

"Ippodrom" (1979) is a unique drama and crime film directed by Radomir Vasilievsky. The film is set in the Soviet Union and follows the story of a young woman named Lena (played by Elena Glebova) who joins a group of horse-racing gamblers at the Moscow Hippodrome. The group includes a cast of talented actors such as Valery Khromushkin, Nikolai Penkov, Oleg Zhakov, Viktor Panchenko, Eduard Martsevich, Viktor Burkhardt, Pavel Remezov, Ram Lebedev, and Olga Bityukova. As Lena becomes more involved in the world of horse-racing, she quickly learns that the group she has joined is involved in illegal activities, such as bribing jockeys and fixing races. The film explores the temptations and corruption that come with the gambling industry, as well as the struggles of the individuals who are caught up in this dangerous world. "Ippodrom" is a gripping and thought-provoking film that delves into the complexities of human morality and the consequences of our actions. The talented cast delivers powerful performances and the film's tense atmosphere keeps viewers on the edge of their seats until the very end.