Burnt by the Sun

Based on its 'Drama, War' genre and tragic plot, 'Burnt by the Sun' primarily evokes profound Sadness, stemming from the inevitable doom faced by Colonel Kotov and his family under Stalin's repression. Empathy is a strong response, as audiences deeply connect with the characters' personal struggles and the injustice they endure. A pervasive sense of Melancholy permeates the film, contrasting the idyllic summer with the looming threat and creating a wistful longing for a lost innocence. Anxiety and Fear are consistently present, driven by the unheralded arrival of Dmitri and the ever-present danger of arbitrary arrests and purges. Anger is directed at the systemic cruelty and betrayal, while the film's content can be deeply Disturbing. There's also a poignant Nostalgia for a peaceful past that is brutally shattered.