SOVTELEXPORT, the overseas distributor for Russia Television and Radio, will showcase its new catalogue this October at Cannes. "Ekaterina", a high-budget costume drama, is this season’s flagship production.

The TV series "Ekaterina" tells the dramatic story of a great empress and ill-fated woman. A young Prussian princess comes to Russia seeking to become a loving wife and happy mother. However, the treachery, conspiracies and betrayal from those closest to her force her to abandon her girlish illusions. She turns into a robust and all-powerful ruler, the world-renowned EKATERINA VELIKAYA.
A substantial budget, magnificent costumes, superb acting, multiple filming locations, authentic interiors and stunning scenery combine to make an impressive production with real appeal on the international market.