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An open letter against the war in Ukraine has been signed by prominent Russian cinematographers, spearheaded by Fedor Lyass (“Hardcore Henry”)
Elsa Keslassy, Variety 

 “Fedor Lyass’ crisp, sleek photography confers a high-def elegance on the frame.”
Jessica Kiang, Variety

“You could go see "Hardcore Henry". Or you could gulp down a pint of vodka, load in “Grand Theft Auto," then strap the TV to your face and throw yourself down the stairs.”
Stephens Whitty, New York Daily News

“As a formal and technical achievement, “Hardcore Henry” is almost virtuosic.”
Michael O'Sullivan, Washington Post

“We certainly learned a few things along the way that we would do differently next time,” says Lyass, “but that comes with the territory.  Most of the visual effects on Hardcore Henry are to enhance strong stunt work and practical effects.
American Cinematographer

“The widescreen cinematographic prowess of Fedor Lyass is on full display.”
Jared Feldschreiber, Huffpost

“Fedor Lyass’s lensing makes you fall in love with every aspect of Moscow.”
Harvey Karten, Compuserve

“Exceptionally handsome cinematography by Fedor Lyass.”
Andre Hereford, Film Journal

“Fedor Lyass’s cinematography is sharp, clean, and fluid.”
Graham Fuller, The Culture Trip

“Cinematographer Fedor Lyass does a superb job of capturing newly brash and confident Moscow."
Declan Burke, The Irish Examiner

“Thanks to Fedor Lyass's superb photography, this is a gorgeous film.”
Gary L Day, Broadstreet

“Hardcore Henry offers a nonstop barrage of close-quarter graphic violence, visually-inventive camera angles, shot compositions, and free-wheeling cinematography/camerawork.”
Sandy Schaefer, Screen Rant