Gusel Jachina's Novel 'Eisen' Explores Sergei Eisenstein's Life
Gusel Jachina has published a biographical novel titled 'Eisen' focusing on the life of Soviet filmmaker Sergei Eisenstein. The book aims to capture both the factual details and the intricate genius of its subject. Eisenstein, a revolutionary figure in Soviet and global cinema, is portrayed with his complexities, obsessions, and later political persecution. Jachina, a Russian writer and filmmaker, studied at the Moscow State Film School (Gerasimov Institute of Cinematography), graduating in 2015. She previously worked in advertising and has written several novels including 'Suleika Opens Her Eyes' (2017), 'Volga Children' (2019), and 'Where Maybe Life Awaits' (2022). 'Eisen' is being considered for inclusion on a list of best novels for July 2026.
Key facts
- Gusel Jachina wrote a biographical novel titled 'Eisen' about Sergei Eisenstein.
- Sergei Eisenstein was a major Soviet film director who revolutionized cinema.
- Eisenstein's life included personal complexes, obsessions, and political persecution.
- Jachina is a Russian writer and filmmaker.
- She graduated from the Gerasimov Institute of Cinematography in 2015.
- Jachina previously worked in advertising and published articles in Russian magazines.
- Her other novels include 'Suleika Opens Her Eyes' (2017), 'Volga Children' (2019), and 'Where Maybe Life Awaits' (2022).
- 'Eisen' is being considered for a list of best novels in July 2026.
Entities
Artists
- Gusel Jachina
- Sergei Eisenstein
Institutions
- Gerasimov Institute of Cinematography
- Moscow State Film School
Locations
- Moscow
- Russia