It is very easy to see Russian films as a tool of propaganda. In this case, obvious, it is more. Sure, costumes, location, atmosphere , acting. But, more significant, the precise definition of contemporary Russian realities. From challenges , from hungry to fake Dimitry -, to the marks of decisions of tsar. The basic sin - a too soft Boris Godunov. But, more significant, a realistic one, mixing the historical informations with simple traits of expected leader.