Monakh I Bes (2016) May 2026

However, as Legion attempts to break Ivan's spirit through various tricks—including a miraculous journey to the Holy Land—the relationship between the two takes an unexpected turn. The demon's attempts to corrupt the monk are met with a stubborn, simple faith that begins to have a curious effect on the tempter himself.

: The film highlights the contrast between Ivan’s genuine, often messy faith and the rigid, power-hungry hierarchy of the monastery and the Russian state. Monakh i bes (2016)

(English: Monk and Demon ) is a 2016 Russian mystical comedy-drama directed by Nikolai Dostal and written by Yuri Arabov . It blends elements of folklore, religious parable, and sharp social satire to tell the story of a humble monk and the supernatural entity that attempts to corrupt him. Plot Overview However, as Legion attempts to break Ivan's spirit