Mirror

Tarkovsky mixes flash-backs, historical footage and original poetry to illustrate the reminiscences of a dying man about his childhood during World War II, adolescence, and a painful divorce in his family. The story interweaves reflections about Russian history and society

The film commercial failure against its minimal budget of $825K, earning $124K globally (-85% loss). While initial box office returns were modest, the film has gained appreciation for its fresh perspective within the biography genre.