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1812

September 7, 1912 0h 41m 4.3/10 (7 votes)

Originally released in 1912. 1812 is a drama/history film. directed by Vasiliy Goncharov. At just 41 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Pavel Knorr, Aleksandra Goncharova, and Andrey Gromov

Synopsis

Made in 1912, this film has become known as one of the greatest pieces of pre-Soviet cinema. The silent film tells the story of the Patriotic war of 1812 when Napoleon attempted to invade Russia. This joint French and Russian film sparked major excitement in Moscow at its premier screening and continues to entertain audiences throughout the world today. The 32-minute silent film was the point of origin for some of the more advanced camera techniques used today. Sirotin of the Voice of Russia said that, “The film is interesting to spectators even today and is frequently shown both in Russia and abroad.”

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 7, 1912 113 years ago
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Runtime 0h 41m 41 minutes total
User Rating 4.3/10 Mixed (7 votes)
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Language XX Original language
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Country France + 1 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
XX

Production Companies

  • A. Khanzhonkov and Co.
  • Pathé

Frequently Asked Questions

What is 1812 about?

Made in 1912, this film has become known as one of the greatest pieces of pre-Soviet cinema. The silent film tells the story of the Patriotic war of 1812 when Napoleon attempted to invade Russia. T...

Who directed 1812?

1812 was directed by Vasiliy Goncharov.

How long is 1812?

1812 has a runtime of 0 hours and 41 minutes (41 minutes total).

When was 1812 released?

1812 was released on September 7, 1912 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in 1812?

The main cast of 1812 includes Pavel Knorr, Aleksandra Goncharova, Andrey Gromov, Vasiliy Goncharov, A. Veskov.