"One-two, soldiers were going..." is a Russian movie, were the children of 18 soldiers, that died in a certain battle during the Second World War, come together to commemorate the death of their fathers.In many respects this film is a typical war movie, depicting the horrors and the emotional challenges of the war-time. You don't see much fighting, rather the social structure of the troop is depicted here. The soldiers are portrays as brave men, defending their country and thus fits quite well in the general Russian depictions. The setting with the children meeting and several flashbacks might not be very innovative, but you do grow strong empathy for the characters and are sad to see them facing their destiny. It doesn't feel too long and the story keeps you emotionally involved.All in all this is not something extra-ordinary but it is a fitting movie that sets a respectful memorial to those men whose lives were taken away by a horrible war.

One, Two, Soldiers Were Going is yet another well done film directed by Leonid Bykov. The audience watching this expecting a gruesome war film would be presently surprised, in how it plays out. It is not your average war film. It has the reminiscing touch that Ballad of a Solider, and Only Old Men are Going to Battle, had that made them great films. The way that Leonid Bykov can evoke emotions from the audience is truly amazing. The plot is well done in showing how war can effect all people involved: soldiers, and families. Even in the years after wards there is still pain and feelings of those involved. The music selection was great. This film truly encompasses the the other side of a war that is generally overlooked.