A historical drama that illustrates Russian author Leo Tolstoy's struggle to balance fame and wealth with his commitment to a life devoid of material things. The Countess Sofya, wife and muse to Leo Tolstoy, uses every trick of seduction on her husband's loyal disciple, whom she believes was the person responsible for Tolstoy signing a new will that leaves his work and property to the Russian people.
Genre: Drama, Romance
Starring: Helen Mirren, Christopher Plummer, James McAvoy, Anne-Marie Duff, Paul Giamatti
Directed & Produced by: Monika Jacobs, Dirk Jacob, Patricia Rommel, Martin Steyer, Patrizia von Brandenstein
Release date: 9/4/2009
Running time: 112 minutes
IMDb Rating: 6.5/10 by 116 users