You Know You're Dating a Russian Man When...

When he is assertive, gives flowers for no reason and will maybe defend your honour. What it's like dating that Russian man.

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Crew:
Andrew James

Actors:
Roman Berg

Music:
Grandmama - La Consecha de Mujeres

Filmed in:
Toronto, Canada

[rcrouwl]

I am from Russia. And I'm surprised that such simple things, can cause so much admiration in the comments of women from the West.

[kathleensloan]

The love of my life was Russian. He was a brilliant mathematician, spoke flawless English, was so handsome & like most Russian men was very masculine but not macho. Russian culture is very patriarchal so gender roles are strongly adhered to & they're very homophobic. He used to put me to sleep at night tucking the covers tightly around me & singing Russian lullabies to me. He'd record love songs for me, especially Elvis Presley - our song was "It's Now or Never."

He was very close with his family - Russians are much more family oriented than Americans. They are also far more respectful of their elders & wouldn't dream of warehousing them in nursing homes like Americans do.

We were planning to spend the rest of our lives together & I was in the process of moving to Moscow when he had a sudden, completely unexpected heart attack & died just 3 days after we celebrated his 54th birthday. I was nearly suicidal with grief. It's been a year & 4 months and I still grieve constantly for him. I adored him.

[sacredwinter]

I'm russian, and my heart just melted, after all of the comments. Big love for ya, girls

[dorsaal]

I'm dating a Russian man. He's very nice and caring. Best part is that he knows what he wants and he doesn't play games. Takes me to very nice places for dates. Buys me flowers every now and then. He's the best. Only problem: They are not really expressive of their emotions and love words! They assume you already know!! Haha!

[AntONqa]

He does not let you carry heavy things.

[jennavandermerwe]

I have a Russian man and I LOVE the way he treats me. Really does feel like old school love. He bought me flowers on the first two dates and my jaw dropped!

[Lauren_Helene]

I'm buying a whole plane to go to Russia now, anyone wanna join me?

Edit Holy shit, I literally forgot about this comment 😂😂😂

[MrAndry]

I am a Russian guy and I live in Russia. It's a lie that we expect a girl to dress sexy for dates and bars. I do not support such, like many of our guys. And not everyone loves to drink, keep that in mind.

[denisedeshellx]

LOL. 1:47-1:48.
"Do I look like your friend?"
Damn, masculinity at its finest.
I like a guy that is direct about his intentions with you.

[ramonzzari]

"No I'm not your friend" straight out of the friendzone

[dianamora]

My husband was born in Soviet Union, he makes me incredibly happy. He is not the first russian man I dated, trust me ladies, if you are strong and independent, Russian men is the way to go (and viceversa). They know how to handle strong women, they will fight for you, protect you, and will empower you. <3 words from a strong Latina married to a beautiful russian man <3

[yasashii]

I think I want a Russian boyfriend and I'm a straight male.

[the-savannahbean]

I want a Russain boyfriend so bad! Am I the only one who finds Russian accents attractive?

[sirenxo]

They don't make men like this in the USA. I would love to find a Russian man. I love old fashioned and traditional gentlemen.

[CherryDreamer]

My husband is Russian and whilst some of these things don't ring true for him (like expecting me to dress up sexy) I have to say my husband is very protective and romantic. The whole mindset is like going back in time, he really treats me well . I've never experienced that with Western men

[caroline]

Apparently russian men have exactly what I am looking for in a relationship 😂

[GinaRudenko]

I'm Hispanic and am with my Russian husband for 20 years and we have two daughters together. I love that he is the man and is very confident.

[alexandraphipps]

They love bringing you flowers and little presents. They LOVE it when you wear skirts/dresses and heels. They don't like it when women curse. They open every door for you. They don't let you carry bags/anything heavy. They feel insulted if you try to pay.

[missellie]

The one thing I think is missing is the family aspect of the relationship. With my Russian fiance, his parents are very involved in our lives. They took me in like another daughter and treated me with love from the very beginning of our relationship. There was a lot of pressure to get married, and they want to be grandparents as soon as possible, because family is to important to them.
I've been with my Russian fiance for 3 years, known him for 10. He moved to the US for about 15 years ago. Even growing up in American schools, most of these points definitely still apply to him. He isn't a fighter or a drinker, but if he has to fight, he will; if his dad wants to do shots, he will. His mother has taught me how to cook better, because he definitely appreciates a good meal, though he doesn't really expect it. He's very direct and doesn't like the bullshit of delaying to soften feelings. Oh, and the dressing up when gathering with other women, 100%. I was going to wear jeans and a nice shirt to his mom's birthday party, and he asked me if I was going to change, and said all the women will be super dressed up. And they were, formal dresses, sparkling jewelry, heels, everything, just to hang out at their house. Very different from American culture, but I love Russian culture and my Russian family so much.

[renireni]

my husband is Russian. I agree with almost everything, apart that he actually likes cooking . Russian are the best!