Matapanki

Alexey wakes up in his Moscow apartment to find his eyes have turned into mirrors. Anyone who meets his gaze sees not his face, but their own reflection—not as they are, but as they secretly imagine themselves to be. This strange curse or gift severs his connection to the world, turning every interaction into a session of painful self-reflection for the other person. Searching for answers, Alexey embarks on a journey through sleepy suburbs and abandoned places, where he encounters other 'mirror-bearers'—people whose bodies also reflect the inner worlds of those around them. The 2025 fantasy-drama explores the boundaries of identity and the price of authenticity in a world built on illusions. The director crafts a parable about what happens when our deepest fears and desires become visible to all.