When: 1998
Where: A large communal apartment in the prestigious historical center of St. Petersburg. The apartment is home to 20 people.
Who: Garik, the father of Savva and Sonya, washing a cup; Kristina, waiting her turn to fill a pot with water.
What: During the hours when several tenants are in the kitchen, the single faucet is insufficient; you can't just walk over and get water. You have to line up.