The film follows two young women, Iya (nicknamed "Beanpole" due to her height) and Masha, who are struggling to rebuild their lives in a city devastated by war.
Leningrad, 1945, shortly after the end of the Siege. Original Title: Dylda . Storyline & Themes La ragazza d'autunno
The story delves into the "post-war" life where the battle has moved from the trenches to the mind. Iya suffers from post-concussion syndrome, causing her to freeze into catatonic states. The film follows two young women, Iya (nicknamed