One of the best scenes in the history of cinema

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In 1973, the 12-episode film "17 Moments of Spring" was released on Soviet television. The film immediately became a cult hit. Every evening, when the next episode came out, the streets of the cities were empty, and the crime rate went to zero. Until now, this series is one of the most beloved in Russia. It was originally black and white, but in the 21st century it was made in color.
The series tells about the last months of the 3rd Reich in the winter and spring of 1945. The main character is SS Standartenfuehrer Max von Stirlitz - Soviet intelligence officer Maxim Isaev. In the 3rd series there is an episode that went down in the history of world cinema as the most sensual silent scene.

In 1939, Soviet intelligence decided to arrange a meeting between Stirlitz and his wife, whom he had not seen for many years. She was taken to Berlin and she came with a Soviet diplomat to the Elephant cafe, where Stirlitz was already sitting.

The scene without words lasted 5 minutes, but how much love, pain and hope can be seen in the eyes of the characters.
Please enjoy.



Thank you.

a reply to: RussianTroll
So this social awkward penguin here is going to see if it understands the dynamics:

As if she realized how they grew apart throughout the years. She's smiling at him but he only nods and blinks his eyes. Two worlds collide, his, cold and stern, maybe deadly at times. Her's, filled with hope and needs, as she realizes there is not much that both connect, the flame in her heart is extinguished and she's filled by a similar coldness.

The realization that what she believed for the last five years, was just an exercise in staying loyal to the long gone feelings they both must have shared once.

Artistically, this is the stuff ballads and anime are made of. Realistically, he saved her life by breaking her heart. His commander would have no hesitation arresting her for being a less than patriotic influence on this Max character which is what intelligence officers wanted to investigate. As historical dramas go, Spielberg would be proud.

a reply to: RussianTroll

Very good.

Ahh the good old days of toon army.
So wronged by the all lies.

capitalism causes much pain.

I thought this was the greatest scene.

Your best scene in the history of cinema????? Are you kidding me??? Get off your Russian sponsored computer and you'll find the the best most looked at scene in cinema history is where Sharon Stone crosses her legs in an office.