Half of the time this movie is interesting and filled with sharp analysis of Russian politics over the last 200 years, as well as (art) historical detail. It seemed to me the other half is just about showing off the palace decoration and crowds in pompous costumes. I found that other half significantly less enjoyable, hence, would have preferred more sharp analysis and dialogue, as it would have compensated the viewer for the lack of a story, except, of course, for that one BIG (hi)story.
Review of Russian Ark
