

St. Petersburg, early 20th century. The handsome and secretive Johann specializes in shooting erotic pictures depicting the floggings of bare-bottomed women. With the help of his assistants, the photographic creations gradually penetrate the peaceful households of two upper-class Russian families.
Director: Aleksei Balabanov

Yohan

Liza

Ekaterina Kirillovna

Viktor Ivanovich

producer
Kolya
Tolya
Putilov

Stasov - doctor

Radlov - engineer