
Originally aired on Russian television, this five-part semi-documentary series tells the story of a Russian naval commander in charge of an Arctic-based ship. The film provokes a meditation on solitude and isolation, while revealing the daily duties associated with the ship. Voice-over narration by the commander, other sailors, and even a third-person voice provide the "confession" of the title.
| Release Date | January 21, 1998 | |
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| Status | Released | |
| Original Title | Повинность | |
| Runtime | 4h 20min | |
| Budget | — | |
| Revenue | — | |
| Language | Russian | |
| Original Language | Russian | |
| Production Countries | Russia | |
| Production Companies | Film studio "Nadezhda"RoskomkinoLenfilm | |