In 2002 the Russian Ark became the first feature film ever to be shot in a single take .
Russia 's total box - office revenue in 2007 was $565 million , up 37 % from the previous year .
In 2002 the Russia Ark became the first feature film ever to be shot in a single take .
Russia 's total box - office revenue in 2007 was $565 million , up 37 % from the previous year .