Kirill is the “Russian Spider Man”. The teenager’s crazy exploits propelled him to the forefront of the Moscow roofing culture. With his friends, he spends his time climbing buildings, seeing the urban layout as their own playground. Conquering some of Moscow’s biggest skyscrapers turned him into an online viral sensation that traveled all the way to New York City where filmmaker Geoffrey Feinberg couldn’t help but break a cold sweat when seeing a couple of pictures (granted the filmmaker is afraid of heights).

Fuelled by his fascination for Kirill, and trying to solve the enigma of who he truly is on the backdrop of this Russian subculture, Feinberg spent two weeks with his subject in Russia. The Hanging, the result of these two weeks, is a captivating exploration of roofing through the eyes of the extremely talented, daring and intriguing Kirill.

Kirill’s pictures atop famous Moscow buildings or cranes are breathtaking to say the least. The brazen stunts of Kirill and his friends exude complete freedom as they flirt with death on a daily basis hanging from different buildings. Feinberg perfectly captures the roofing experience by showing the dedication and sense of adventure attached to the practice.

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