The opening ceremony kicking-off the 6th Annual Russian Film Week film festival in New York was held at Florence Gould Hall on October 13th. After the red carpet was rolled up and people had had their fill of free champagne and strawberries in the reception hall everyone sat down to view the the film Peregon ("Transit") - a drama set during World War II depicting the lives of Russian and American pilots who transport fighter aircrafts from Alaska to Siberia, directed by Alexander Rogozhkin. The guests of honor were Russian veterans from various wars, mostly WWII, decked out in full military regalia. The film festival showcases some of the most highly acclaimed Russian films from 2006. The films range from dark comedy and historical drama to romance and action-adventure.