HSE X ITS: Russian Ark

This Poster features a hand wearing elegant gloves holding a fan decorated with classical ornaments, reflecting the nuances of the Russian aristocracy in the 80s-90s and the atmosphere of the Hermitage museum which is the setting of the movie. The light illuminating the fan and the title of the film is represented as the «center of attention» or shows that the fan when illuminated by the light and shows «Russian Ark» means the focus & highlight of the film is the center of attention, inviting the audience to look and pay attention to it. The rough texture of the poster creates an artistic feel as if the poster was made using traditional techniques of the time. The dominant color palette consists of warm browns, beige, and soft pastel greens. These colors give an elegant and classic impression, in line with the historical theme of the movie «Russian Ark». The reddish brown of the background creates a warm and slightly aristocratic feel, reminiscent of the luxurious interiors in the movie.

This poster has a surreal aesthetic with a dominant turquoise color that creates a melancholic and mysterious feel. The illustration features the figures of women from the 80s and 90s who look like spirits or memories flowing in waves. At the bottom, there is a small ship with a shape resembling a museum or palace, symbolizing The Hermitage-the center of the film’s story. The dark color in the background reinforces the dramatic atmosphere and the illusion of time travel, while the red on the characters' lips gives a striking accent and enlivens the visual elements.

This poster features a vintage aesthetic with a strong aristocratic feel. The pink background with a rough texture gives a nostalgic and classic feel, reminiscent of the red gallery walls in the movie when visitors in the present era are in a museum looking at the history in the movie. Five lavishly framed portraits feature characters from various eras, as if they are silent witnesses to the passage of history. There is one empty frame with a faint silhouette of a man standing in front of it, it is the narrator, giving a sense of mystery-who is he? Is he a forgotten part of history or an observer caught in the flow of time? The serif typography used reinforces the classic feel, while the warm vintage colors add warmth and a historical feel. The design reflects the main theme of Russian Ark-a journey through time in Russian history through the eyes of an unseen narrator, exploring the memories stored within the museum walls.

This poster depicts the elegance of the Russian aristocracy on its way to its inevitable end. A woman in a magnificent long gown steps slowly through a large doorway, as if entering the final chapter in a historical narrative. In the distance, the dark expanse of the sea greets her-a symbol of the endless journey, symbolizing the passing of time and the slow fading of memories. The pastel color palette combined with the classic architecture creates a melancholic, nostalgic atmosphere, reminiscent of past glories that are now just a memory. With elegant serif typography, Russian Ark emphasizes that this is not just a story about castles and nobles, but rather a spiritual and historical journey that takes us along for the ride.

This poster takes inspiration from the scene at the beginning of the movie, when the narrator is confused, there are two men and women who get off the train and head into the heritage museum and there the story of the narrator’s long journey begins.

This poster takes us back in time at the Hermitage Museum, representing us as silent witnesses to the history of the movie. The illustrations of figures from various periods of Russian history, such as nobles in stately dresses and royal soldiers, represent the passage of time that is at the heart of the movie. The chosen color palette creates a nostalgic and melancholic atmosphere, in keeping with the feel of the film. The illustration style is detailed yet artistic.