Directed by Indar Dzhendubaev, I Am Dragon (Он – дракон) is a mesmerizing fantasy romance that weaves together folklore, mystery, and an achingly beautiful love story. With stunning cinematography, enchanting visuals, and an emotional depth that lingers long after the credits roll, this Russian masterpiece delivers a tale of love that defies fear, fate, and even the boundaries between species.

In a medieval kingdom haunted by an ancient tradition, young brides were once sacrificed to a fearsome dragon in hopes of securing peace. When the creature was finally slain, the ritual faded into legend. But years later, during the grand wedding of Princess Miroslava (Maria Poezzhaeva), the past comes roaring back to life. As the ceremonial song is sung, an actual dragon appears, abducting the princess and carrying her away to its isolated island lair.

Stranded in an otherworldly paradise of jagged cliffs and shimmering waters, Mira soon discovers she is not alone. A mysterious, brooding young man named Arman (Matvey Lykov) resides on the island, watching her from the shadows. But as Mira plans her escape, she uncovers a shocking truth—Arman is the dragon, cursed to shift between human and beast, trapped between two identities he cannot control.

What begins as fear slowly transforms into fascination, and then something far deeper. As Mira and Arman grow closer, their bond transcends the boundaries of legend and reality. She sees the torment beneath his monstrous exterior, and he, for the first time, glimpses the possibility of freedom—not from his curse, but from the loneliness that has defined him. But their love is a fragile thing, tested by the outside world’s hatred of dragons and Arman’s own struggle to suppress the beast within.

Visually, I Am Dragon is a feast for the senses. The dragon’s island is a dreamscape of ethereal beauty, and every transformation—from man to dragon and back again—is a breathtaking fusion of magic and raw emotion. The film’s haunting score, infused with Slavic melodies, elevates its fairy-tale atmosphere, making every moment feel both intimate and grand.
At its heart, I Am Dragon is a story about seeing beyond the surface—about love’s ability to conquer fear, break curses, and rewrite destiny itself. For those who cherish tales of forbidden romance and mythical wonder, this is a film that will sweep you away, leaving behind the echoes of dragon wings and a love story that burns as fiercely as fire itself.