About the title
A documentary about Vasily Vakulenko, featuring unique archival footage, much of which general audiences will see for the first time. Among the film's subjects are members of Vasily's family—his wife Elena, daughters Maria and Vasilisa; also appearing on screen for the first time is Basta's mother, Anna Vasilyevna, who talks about her son. How does Basta approach his work and creativity, and where does he draw inspiration for his music? What is he like at home and at work? Friends, colleagues, and family—everyone who has known Vasily well for many years—talk about this and much more. Starting in the "wild 90s" in faraway Rostov-on-Don, the young performer, going by the stage name "Basta Khryu," used to "tear up" small provincial venues. Twenty years later, the now-established artist will give a huge solo concert at Russia's largest venue—the Luzhniki Grand Sports Arena, with a capacity of more than 70,000 spectators. The film traces every stage of Basta's career: from his first performances in Rostov-on-Don and his meeting with the group "Kasta" t