The work of Sergei Bodrov Jr. is well known not only in our country, but also abroad. This talented actor, director, journalist and art critic passed away very early, but managed to leave behind the wonderful fame of a talented person. After he died with us, fans are very interested in learning about the life of his children. Indeed, according to the cultural community, the creative dynasty of the Bodrovs should not be interrupted.
The rapid ascent of Sergei Bodrov to the country's cultural Olympus still boggles the imagination of the domestic cultural community. Indeed, by the time of his passing away on September 20, 2002, he was only 30 years old, and his professional portfolio was already filled with very serious film projects, in which he was able to realize himself not only as an actor, but also as a stage director.
A cheerful and open-minded, purposeful and energetic young man set himself the most ambitious tasks, which he implemented with amazing consistency. Sergei, despite his young age, managed to achieve very serious results as an actor and film director, screenwriter and television presenter, as well as a historian, having defended his thesis of a candidate of art history.
Everyone is well aware of his film work in the popular films "Prisoner of the Caucasus" and "Stringer", "Brother" and "Brother-2", "East-West" and "Bear's Kiss". The hearts of fans were won over by his talented performance of the role of the TV presenter of the rating programs "Vzglyad", "Marathon-15" and "The Last Hero" (1st season). In addition, the country welcomed his directorial debut in Sisters with great approval.
His favorite quote was the catch phrase that later became: “Speaking of patriotism, I mean exactly this - the feeling of unity with the people with whom you live in the same country”.
The unfinished picture "The Messenger", where Sergei Bodrov participated as a director, screenwriter and actor (scavenger Alexei Semyonov), became the last work of the popular artist, filling the tragic page of Russian cinema and marking the massive tragedy of the death of the entire film crew of this project.
Brief biography and creativity of Sergei Bodrov
On September 20, 1971, the future idol of millions of fans was born in the capital's family of the director (namesake) and art critic. According to relatives, friends and relatives, the boy from the very childhood was distinguished by special prudence and poise, peacefulness and intelligence, which in no way fits with his starring role of Danila Bagrov in the acclaimed "Brother" and "Brother-2".
After receiving a certificate of secondary education, Sergei continued his education at the history faculty of Moscow State University. The young man graduated from the famous university with honors. In addition, he defended his scientific dissertation, the topic of which was “Architecture in Venetian Renaissance Painting”. This work was subsequently published by his mother in memory of her son who died untimely.
On the advice of his father, Sergei did not completely devote his professional career exclusively to acting, although he achieved quite high results in this field. His debut film work was a cameo role in the film of his father "I hate you" (1986). And then there was a reincarnation as a minor character in the film, again by his parent, "SIR (Freedom is Paradise)" (1989). The next projects that filled the filmography of the novice actor were "White King, Red Queen" (1992) and "Prisoner of the Caucasus" (1996).
And Sergei Bodrov woke up really famous the next morning after the premiere of the title film "Brother", where he played the main role. The actor's stellar projects include the television program Vzglyad, the continuation of the story of Danila Bagrov in the film Brother-2 and the directorial debut in the film Sisters, in which he also distinguished himself with his own script and acting role.
In addition, the artist's filmography is filled with the following film projects:
- "Stringer" (1998);
- "East-West" (1999);
- "Let's do it fast" (2001);
- "War" (2002);
- "Bear Kiss" (2002);
- "Messenger" (2002) - not completed;
- "Morphine" (2008) - the picture was staged according to the script by Sergei Bodrov.
Personal life of a famous artist
A fleeting acquaintance with his wife Svetlana took place with a popular artist on the set of the "Vzglyad" program. Then the young people did not yet understand that they were destined for each other by fate. But the subsequent business trip to Cuba, where the youth festival was held, became truly decisive in the lives of both. It should be noted that the famous and attractive man, who enjoyed extraordinary success with the representatives of the fair half of humanity, was a true one-man, which he later confirmed with all his behavior.
Unfortunately, the happy family life of Sergei and Svetlana was very short. However, the 5 years that passed quickly were filled with many bright events. For the artist's wife, this marriage was the second. And the first time she married a Ryazan policeman, with whom she quickly broke up due to the absolute incompatibility of characters and interests.
After the divorce, Svetlana was educated as a journalist. She has worked as a director in such television projects as MuzOboz, Sharks of the Feather and Canon, and also took part in the creation of a number of films as a film actress. In a marriage with Sergei Bodrov, she became a mother twice, giving birth to a daughter, Olga, and a son, Alexander. At the time of her father's death, the girl was 4 years old, and the boy was only 1 month old. Svetlana did not marry again, keeping the status of a widow.
Daughter Olga
The daughter of the famous artist graduated from high school with a gold medal in 2014 and decided to follow in her father's footsteps, easily enrolling in VGIK.
It is noteworthy that Olga was able to overcome the competition, which amounted to more than a thousand people per seat, without any patronage. And she announced her origin and involvement in the famous dynasty in the country only after she was enrolled in the legendary university. Experts note that the girl has a special artistry and talent, showing great love and respect for theater and cinema.
Son Alexander
The son of Sergei Bodrov is currently finishing high school. Currently, he has not yet made a final decision about his future profession. Although there is an opinion that he simply does not advertise it. He, like his father, is fond of science and loves to experiment.
It is reliably known that the whole family of Sergei Bodrov with special care preserves the memory of him. According to them, the picture "Messenger", which became tragic for the beginning director, would not be the final one in his professional career. Relatives are sure that death cut short a rather serious list of canceled film projects with his participation.
