Stalin's Funeral Ending Explained: Moscow says goodbye to the leader. Directed by Yevgeny Yevtushenko, this 1990 drama film stars Denis Konstantinov (Zhenya), alongside Evgeniy Platokhin as Lisiy, Vanessa Redgrave as English journalist, Aleksey Batalov. Rated 3.7/10, the conclusion has sparked discussion among viewers.

What Happens at the End of Stalin's Funeral?

1953 year. Moscow says goodbye to the leader. In the funeral crowd, Eugene met with Elya. During the long hours spent in the funeral procession, they managed to learn a lot about each other ... But Elia absurdly dies. So Zhenya begins another, adult life ...

Yevgeny Yevtushenko's narrative builds toward a resolution centered on Denis Konstantinov (Zhenya)'s journey. In the funeral crowd, Eugene met with Elya.

How Does Denis Konstantinov (Zhenya)'s Story End?

  • Denis Konstantinov: Denis Konstantinov's storyline wraps up in the final act, though some viewers have found the resolution more ambiguous than expected.
  • Evgeniy Platokhin (Lisiy): Evgeniy Platokhin's role in the climax proves pivotal to how the central conflict resolves.
  • Vanessa Redgrave (English journalist): Vanessa Redgrave's character undergoes a significant shift in the final act.

What Does the Ending of Stalin's Funeral Mean?

The ending of Stalin's Funeral brings the narrative to a close, though viewer reception has been mixed. The resolution of Denis Konstantinov's story may not satisfy all audiences.