Sergei Dreiden
Artist’s Statement
When I gave up acting on stage and became a chauffeur, a worker in a geological party or a printer in a printing shop, I took up drawing and that helped me get closer to the new game. The theater came up again.
I realize that I am only a DRAWING ARTIST and not a PLAYING ARTIST. And I'm happy with that position. I swear I'm not in competition with any artist. Thank God the choice is great - there are many to love, I would like everyone to paint with fun and soul, even the saddest pictures.Biography
Sergei Dreiden became famous for his experimental mono-performances based on improvisation. He was a frequent filmmaker. The best known films with the participation of Sergei Dreiden: "About Love" 1970, "Fountain" 1988, "Window to Paris" ("Russian salad" in the French version) 1993, "Crazy Help" 2010, "Russian Ark" 2003.
Sergei Dreiden is well known for his drawings in the style of art-navy, he participated in many collective and personal exhibitions.
Sergei Dreiden has been spending all his free time in his home in Imatra, in the Mustalampi region, since 2011. From the first acquaintance he has been captivated by the beauty and grandeur of Finnish nature, the hospitality and friendliness of the people of Finland.Awards
Twice winner of the Russian Golden Mask Theater Prize
Three times winner of the St. Petersburg Theatre Prize "Golden Sofit"
Winner of the national film academy award of Russia Nika in the category "Best male role. 2010, for the film "Crazy Help", directed by B. Khlebnikov
Winner of the Nika National Film Academy of Russia in the category Best Supporting Male Role. 2021, for the film Blockade Diary, directed by A. Zaitsev
Winner of the Locarno International Film Festival in 2008; winner of the Malaga 2003 Fantastic Films Award for Best Male Actor for his film Russian Ark, directed by Sokurov
Recipient of many other prestigious awards and prizes as well
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