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"The Tale of Tsar Saltan": Sound Post-Production at Mosfilm
January 15, 2026
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The final sound mix for Sarik Andreasyan's new fairytale film, based on Alexander Pushkin's work of the same name, is underway at Dolby Atmos Studio 7 (sound engineer: Garik Navasardyan). The film's post-production process also utilizes the editing suites of Mosfilm's Sound Studio.
According to the plot, Tsar Saltan, staying in a village house, is fortunate enough to fall in love with a sweet, kind, and simple girl, Annushka. Annushka is fortunate enough to marry the Tsar and bear him a son. Her sisters and stepmother are fortunate enough, as if by magic, to follow Annushka into the Tsar's palace. But the sisters and stepmother don't appreciate their good fortune, desire more, and begin an intrigue. While Saltan is away, they switch the letter and present Annushka and the newborn heir in a bad light before the Tsar. Furious, Saltan orders everyone to await his return. However, the letter with the order is switched again. As a result, the Tsarina and her son are sealed in a barrel and thrown into the ocean to their certain death.
According to the film's creators, the first location shoot took place in Gelendzhik, the second studio shoot took place in Dolgoprudny, Moscow Region, and the final shoot took place in a specially constructed fairytale town measuring 6,000 square meters in the Troitsky District. Filming concluded in the summer of 2025. Over 500 unique costumes were created for the film's characters. The film is rich in graphics and special effects. Pavel Priluchny played Tsar Saltan, Liza Moryak played the Tsarina Mother, Alexei Onezhen played Guidon, and Alisa Kot played the Swan Princess.
"For me, Tsar Saltan is not just a character from a fairy tale familiar to everyone since childhood, but also a person with his own weaknesses, doubts, and emotions. I strove to portray him not as a cardboard cutout, but as a living hero with a heart and internal conflicts. I hope the audience will feel that this story is not only magical, but also full of genuine human emotions. During filming, I discovered a new side of the actors, familiar from previous projects. Perhaps this was due to the magic of the fairy tale—and, of course, the director: Sarik Andreasyan managed to create that very magic, which I'm sure will be conveyed to the audience," notes Pavel Priluchny.
"When creating the image of the queen, I drew on my own feelings. My goal was to portray a caring mother and loving wife—an archetype close and relatable to every woman. Any fairy tale, especially one by Alexander Sergeyevich, teaches us to believe in the miracle that fills life with love and true meaning," says Elizaveta Moryak.
In addition, Olga Tumaikina (Babarikha), Vladimir Sychev (Agafon), Anton Bogdanov (Ivan), Fyodor Lavrov (messenger), Karen Badalov (Porfiry) and Arthur Vakha (Uncle Chernomor) will appear in Sarik Andreasyan’s film.
The film's screenplay was written by Alexey Gravitsky. He added several elements not found in Alexander Pushkin's poem. "Our goal is to tell the story in a contemporary way. Not to transfer it to today—God forbid—but to tell it in a modern cinematic language. Vividly, figuratively, while still preserving Pushkin's spirit, his fairytale-like quality, and his humor. Despite all the difficulties, this task is entirely achievable. So, a new film adaptation of this well-known childhood tale awaits you soon. It will be engaging for both children and adults. We've found something special for every age," said Alexey Gravitsky.
Sarik Andreasyan particularly noted that "The Tale of Tsar Saltan" is not just a magical adventure, but a multi-layered, profound story.
"This is our version of Homer's 'Odyssey.' It's a story about the relationship between fathers and children, and also about how, no matter what miracles life throws at you, family always comes first. For me, as a father, the most important thing is the story of Guidon and his desire to be with his father again. I think our film about love, separation, and a happy reunion will touch the hearts of every adult and child," the director said.
Photo: Press service of the Atmosphere of Cinema company
The film will be released on February 12, 2026, by distributor Atmosfera Kino.
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