For many years the computer game S.T.A.L.K.E.R. remains the favorite virtual entertainment for millions of users. The release of the new part of the franchise is planned only for 2022 year, but even the old versions are still relevant and bring a lot of vivid emotions to gamers. Today we want to talk about 10 films that will delight fans of "Stalker" and allow you to get a little closer to the atmosphere of the game.
Of course, it is simply impossible to find too many similar paintings, because the creators of the game were inspired by very specific works - the novel of the brothers Strugatsky "Roadside Picnic" and Soviet tape "Stalker". However, we will try to find common ground between the shooter and film industry products, and also advise you on several thematic films.
Chernobyl
Director: Danila Kozlovsky
Genre: Drama
Year of issue: 2020
We conclude the selection with a controversial film Chernobyl, which was supposed to be a high point Danil Kozlovsky, but in the end, only tarnished his reputation. However, the embodiment of historical events by domestic craftsmen almost always limps on both legs. The picture is very closely linked to the game. S.T.A.L.K.E.R. its theme and may be of interest to fans of the franchise.
Through the prism of the relationship of the main characters, we will see how it all began - in the center of the plot is the feat of the liquidators who managed to minimize the scale of the accident at the cost of their own lives. Traditionally, there was a love line and attacks on the Soviet system, but that's a completely different story.
[webnavoz_rating id=60735]Infected
Directed by: Henry Hobson
Genre: Drama
Year of issue: 2014
Taking this opportunity, we say hello to the authors of the Russian localization, who somewhat distorted the original title of the film - "Maggie". That's the name of the stage daughter iron "Arnie". She has contracted a dangerous virus and is gradually turning into a monster. However, a caring father is in no hurry to put his daughter in quarantine, because the conditions there are truly appalling.
Dramatic filling of the tape, landscapes in style S.T.A.L.K.E.R. and the rare occasion when Schwarzenegger does not play the hero of an action movie - the picture is worthy of attention. She was coldly received by the audience, but we understand that from Arnold always waiting for more.
[webnavoz_rating id=60730]Shepherd
Directed by: Scott Charles Stewart
Genre: Action
Year of issue: 2011
Of course "Shepherd" и S.T.A.L.K.E.R. do not have as much in common as the above films. Fantasy and peppy action that creates Paul Bettany and opposing vampires. However, all the worlds that survived the global catastrophe in the cinema are somewhat similar.
An almost limitless wasteland opens before the viewer, which the main characters cross on outlandish vehicles. A few objects are fraught with danger, and there is very little room for human feelings.
[webnavoz_rating id=60729]lying low
Directed by: The Duffer Brothers
Genre: horror
Year of issue: 2015
A small budget is not yet a sentence, even if the box office Hollywood tapes are literally stepping on their heels. The picture proves it "Hiding up", despite the fact that the lion's share of the running time is occupied by scenes in a tiny bunker. However, when we are shown the outside world, it becomes clear that stalkers of all stripes would like to explore it.
Oppressive atmosphere, a constant sense of danger and an unexpected ending are included, so do not miss the opportunity to get acquainted with the tape. The picture received mixed reviews, but managed to pleasantly surprise a significant part of the audience.
[webnavoz_rating id=60731]New Z era
Directed by: Colm McCarthy
Genre fiction
Year of issue: 2016
Of course the picture "New Z era" is more of a zombie story that is only slightly different from its counterparts. However, without intersections with the franchise S.T.A.L.K.E.R. it didn't work here either. It is obvious that the zombies that have practically defeated humanity do not monitor the infrastructure and have turned the whole world into a huge exclusion zone.
Another interesting fact - panoramic shooting London have nothing to do with the capital UK. The footage was obtained thanks to a drone flying over an abandoned city Pripyat (3 kilometers from Chernobyl nuclear power plant). Today this settlement is completely abandoned and is a tasty morsel for tourists and stalkers.
[webnavoz_rating id=60733]The Book of Eli
Directed by: The Hughes Brothers
Genre fiction
Year of issue: 2009
Game lovers S.T.A.L.K.E.R. и Fallout must be familiar with the tape "Book of Elijah". The picture is simply overflowing with Hollywood stars, you will be pleased with their talent Denzel Washington, Gary Oldman и Mila Kunis. Although the tape was created according to the canons of a classic action movie, it is not devoid of semantic load and amazes with cool post-apocalyptic landscapes.
The plot of the film is centered around the figure Elijah. It was his book that so interested the leader of the local bandits, so he opened a real hunt for the tome.
[webnavoz_rating id=60728]Quiet place
Directed by: John Krasinski
Genre: horror
Year of issue: 2018
Picture "Quiet place" firmly entered the collection of "horror" of many moviegoers. There is everything for fans of the genre - extreme tension, dilemmas, post-apocalyptic world and even monsters. Scary creatures have excellent hearing, so survivors have to be as quiet as possibleto stay safe.
Periodically, we are shown abandoned places - it is obvious that the monsters have come in earnest and for a long time (forever). And although we were not too closely acquainted with the outside world, the second part of the franchise, to some extent, corrected this.
[webnavoz_rating id=60734]Дорога
Director: John Hillcote
Genre: Drama
Year of issue: 2009
Let's move on to more modern, foreign cinema. Of course, today the industry works according to completely different patterns - a juicy picture and control over viewer interest triggers are held in high esteem. However, "Road" is a relatively unspoilt movie compared to its peers. A well-known actor is playing the lead role here. Vigo Mortensenwho is trying to save his son from the dangers of the post-apocalyptic world.
In essence, the film is "road movie" in the scenery S.T.A.L.K.E.R. The picture is characterized by an oppressive atmosphere and is completely devoid of a touch of romance. Almost everything dies here, and it is only a matter of time before oblivion reaches every person.
[webnavoz_rating id=60727]Letters from a dead man
Director: Konstantin Lopushansky
Genre fiction
Year of issue: 1986
Before us is another Soviet masterpiece of cinema in such a forgotten genre today as "warning movie". The director managed to create not only the oppressive atmosphere of the world after a nuclear war, but also to make his characters as "uncomfortable" as possible, dead already during their lifetime. franchise lovers S.T.A.L.K.E.R. they will definitely note many characteristic moments for themselves and will enjoy the film if they do not have prejudices regarding the time of its creation.
After watching the viewer has a strange aftertaste - everything around seems illusory and short-lived. The psychedelic content of the film leaves an indelible mark on the soul of a person and leads him to certain thoughts.
[webnavoz_rating id=60726]Stalker
Director: Andrey Tarkovsky
Genre fiction
Year of issue: 1979
When it comes to the classics, it is not customary to criticize. It's the picture "Stalker"created based on "Roadside Picnic" became the basis for the development of the game S.T.A.L.K.E.R. Today it is difficult to say how this tape is self-sufficient and valuable, like a parable, but it definitely has a clear message.
Especially note the styling - while watching, the viewer often has the feeling that he got straight into his favorite game. Of course, this is all adjusted for the age of the film and the environment in which it was shot - the developers of the electronic product had completely different options at their disposal. One tape will seem irrelevant, while others will be delighted, the only thing you can’t take away from Stalker is its decisive role in the emergence and development of the game.
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