Question 1

How many extras were used in the battle scenes of 9th Company?

Accepted Answer

2,000 extras were used in the battle scenes.

Question 2

What was the real-life casualty ratio in the battle on hill 3234 depicted in the film?

Accepted Answer

Only 6 of 39 Soviet soldiers from the 9th company were killed, while there were over 200 dead on the opposite side.

Question 3

What box office milestone did 9th Company achieve in post-communist Russia?

Accepted Answer

It was the first movie in post-communist Russia to surpass the $20 million mark at the box office.

Question 4

How did the young actors prepare for their roles in 9th Company?

Accepted Answer

Before filming, young artists met veterans of the Afghan War—soldiers of the legendary 9th company, with some introduced to the prototypes of their characters.

Question 5

What international recognition did 9th Company receive in 2007?

Accepted Answer

It was a Russian candidate for Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film nomination in 2007.

Question 6

How historically accurate is the battle depicted in 9th Company?

Accepted Answer

In reality, only 6 of 39 Soviet soldiers from the 9th company were killed on hill 3234, while there were over 200 dead on the opposite side.

Question 7

What made 9th Company a significant film in post-communist Russian cinema?

Accepted Answer

It was the first movie in post-communist Russia to surpass the $20 million mark at the box office.

Question 8

How did the filmmakers prepare for 9th Company's authentic portrayal?

Accepted Answer

Before filming, young artists met veterans of the Afghan War—soldiers of the legendary 9th company—and some were introduced to the prototypes of their characters.

Question 9

What recognition did 9th Company receive internationally?

Accepted Answer

It was a Russian candidate for Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film nomination in 2007.

Question 10

What is the story of 9th Company?

Accepted Answer

Russian army recruits complete training and take their posting in late 1980s Afghanistan, where the insurgents are slowly gaining the upper hand.

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