A lecture and discussion on the works of Dmitry Kirsanov, a director with a fictional name who made films in the shadow of silence. Immerse yourself in the atmosphere of 1920s Paris, where every frame is filled with hidden meaning. We will discuss how silence and space become the main characters of his cinematic philosophy. Dmitry Kirsanov is not just a name, but a whole mystery in the history of cinema. An Estonian, cellist, and émigré, he became a director with a fictional name, filming in 1920s Paris. His films are not only cinematic works but also visual poems in which silence plays a crucial role. One of his most famous films is "Menilmontant" (1926), in which he presents the story of two sisters who lost their parents and their lives on the outskirts of Paris. This film became an example of how silence and quiet can become the main expressive means in cinema. The lecture will be dedicated to his film "Menilmontant" (1926), which tells the story of two sisters who lost their parents and their lives on the outskirts of Paris. This film is full of contrasts-from the brutality of the opening scene to the poetic night where every frame is filled with hidden meaning. Kirsanov's method, his attention to silence, simplicity, and the poetic nature of space, leaves an indelible impression. During the lecture and discussion, we will explore not only the features of Kirsanov's films but also his method of working with cinematic language. Together with film scholars Daria Parfenova and Dmitry Vetchinkin, participants will be able to delve into the subtleties of Kirsanov's directing, how his style left a mark on cinematic art, and how his method of "silence" influenced the development of art in the 20th century. Kirsanov's films are not just stories. They are symphonies of silence, where attention to detail, brutal opening scenes, and sensual nights come together into a single canvas, providing the viewer not only with a plot but also with experiences through every frame. His method is unconventional, and it is precisely because of this that his works remain relevant and inspire even decades later.