An Unquiet Spring
Originally released in 1956. An Unquiet Spring is a drama/comedy film. directed by Aleksandr Medvedkin. At just 75 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Sergei Gurzo, Idris Nogajbayev, and Nina Grebeshkova
Synopsis
A comedy about Krushchev's 'Virgin Lands' project, to transform the barren and inhospitable spaces of the vast Soviet Union into fertile agricultural plains. A classically Socialist-Realist narrative of an individual's 're-education'. Zhenia, a hapless idler, arrives with a band of enthusiastic young Konsomol members to build a new town in the steppe. Although his dream, like that of all the young participants, is 'to become a tractor driver and a hero', he isn't prepared to work for the honour.
Quick Facts
Director
Top Cast
Sergei Gurzo
as Zhenia Omega (Женька Омега)
Idris Nogajbayev
as Idris (Идрис)
Nina Grebeshkova
as Raia (Рая)
Mukhtar Bakhtygereev
Vladimir Boriskin
as Filia (Филя, энтузиаст)
Kenenbai Kozhabekov
as Havash Atabaev (Хаваш Атабаев)
Vsevolod Tyagushev
as Kotik (Котик)
Rimma Shorokhova
as Olga (Ольга)
Ivan Lobyzovskiy
as Borodavka (Бородавка)
Pavel Kairov
as Chausov (Чаусов)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- RU
Production Companies
- Kazakhfilm
Frequently Asked Questions
What is An Unquiet Spring about?
A comedy about Krushchev's 'Virgin Lands' project, to transform the barren and inhospitable spaces of the vast Soviet Union into fertile agricultural plains. A classically Socialist-Realist narrat...
Who directed An Unquiet Spring?
An Unquiet Spring was directed by Aleksandr Medvedkin.
How long is An Unquiet Spring?
An Unquiet Spring has a runtime of 1 hours and 15 minutes (75 minutes total).
When was An Unquiet Spring released?
An Unquiet Spring was released on August 25, 1956 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in An Unquiet Spring?
The main cast of An Unquiet Spring includes Sergei Gurzo, Idris Nogajbayev, Nina Grebeshkova, Mukhtar Bakhtygereev, Vladimir Boriskin.