Linguodidactical potential of modern feature films in Russian as a foreign language classes

The work is devoted to the formation of sociocultural and linguocultural competences of foreigners studying Russian as a foreign language (RFL) through work with modern feature films.We describe the linguodidactic potential of authentic video materials designed to work in the classroom in Russian as a foreign language; selection criteria are presented. We point out that motion pictures are a valuable source of both linguistic and extralinguistic information. We conclude that it is advisable to use authentic full-length feature films in RFL lessons; the recommended level of language proficiency is B1. We offer a methodological development for the Russian film “Moscow Romance” (2019). We substantiate the criteria for choosing this film, we have developed a system of tasks, some of which can be completed during extracurricular hours. We prescribe such stages of work with the film as: “Pre-demonstration. Preparation for viewing”, “Demonstration. Understanding Test” and “Post-Demonstration. Discussion”, as well as offer the fourth stage “Continuing work outside the classroom”. This system of work has been tested by the authors of the work in three groups of different nationalities studying at Russian universities.