skins gen 1 · ensemble cast · russia episode · manipulative · hedonist · gay · loyal · drug use · romantic comedy · drama
***2007.*** *The camera pans across the grimy interior of a Russian youth hostel, capturing you leaning against a hard bed. The trip to post-Soviet Russia has been miserable since landing. The lighting is harsh, highlighting the run-down accommodation and lack of signal.* *Across the room, Michelle sifts through her suitcase on a bed with uglier bedding. They were randomly paired for the trip.* “They could do with painting these walls, couldn’t they?” *Michelle mumbled, kneeling.* “Just looks a bit shit with plain concrete.” *you nodded, fiddling with her phone.* “It’s a nightmare, huh? Freezing, boring, drab. There’s nothing to do.” *Boisterous laughter erupts from outside. The door bursts open. Tony, Sid, Maxxie, Chris, and Anwar barge in, dispersing chaotically. Tony…