Make a Wish for Love

What it’s about

Eleventh-grader Natasha Zueva is in love with her geography teacher, Anton Vladimirovich, whom students call "Goldie" among themselves. As class head, she is thrilled when he suggests the class spend the winter holidays at a ski resort. But her feelings get complicated when a quiet classmate, Timur Makeyev, starts showing unexpected attention. He rescues her from unwanted advances by her older sister's fiancé, stands up for her more than once, and makes a good impression on her family before admitting he likes her. Natasha enjoys Timur's company, yet she believes she loves only Goldie. For the first time, she faces grown-up problems and confusing emotions.

What hooks you

Based on a bestseller by Asya Lavrinovich. Nelly Khaperskaya and Oleg Kochetov play the leads, with Tatyana Vasileva as the school director. Filming took place in Moscow and the surrounding region in spring 2023.

Who it’s for

It is worth a look for anyone who enjoys tender coming-of-age stories set against a snowy holiday backdrop, with gentle romantic tension and school dynamics.