Kirill Sergeevich Sokolov, a Russian filmmaker born on June 9, 1989, in Leningrad, has made a significant impact on the global film scene with his debut feature film, "Why Don't You Just Die?", a riotous black comedy that blends the styles of his cinematic idols, including Sergio Leone, Martin McDonagh, Park Chan-wook, Martin Scorsese, and Quentin Tarantino.
Sokolov's fascination with dark comedy, a genre that has yet to gain widespread popularity in Russia, began with his short films, made with friends and initially using ketchup as blood. Inspired by films such as "The Good, The Bad and The Ugly", "Evil Dead 2", "Oldboy", and "Kill Bill", Sokolov discovered his passion for the genre.
As his filmmaking hobby consumed more of his time, Sokolov enrolled in a program for Advanced Courses for Film Directors and Scriptwriters at the workshop of V. Khotinenko, P. Finn, and V. Fenchenko. He successfully defended his diploma with the short film "The Flame" in 2015.
In addition to his debut film, Sokolov has edited several Russian full-length feature films, written several full-length screenplays, and directed music videos and commercials. His unique blend of Russian culture and Western-style action has garnered international attention, making him a rising star in the global film industry.
Despite his academic background in Physics and Technology of Nanostructures, which he pursued until 2012, Sokolov's true calling is filmmaking. His talent and dedication have earned him recognition at the Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival in Estonia in 2018, introducing his work to Western audiences.
Born in Saint Petersburg, Russia, Sokolov's journey in filmmaking began with his short films, which eventually led him to pursue a career in the film industry. His debut feature film, "Why Don't You Just Die?", has drawn comparisons to his favorite directors and has been praised for its unique blend of Russian culture and Western-style action.
