Heart of a Dog
Originally released in 1988. Heart of a Dog is a drama/comedy film. directed by Vladimir Bortko. With a runtime of 2h 16m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Evgeniy Evstigneev, Boris Plotnikov, and Vladimir Tolokonnikov
Synopsis
"Heart of a Dog" is a Soviet film adaptation of Mikhail Bulgakov’s iconic novella. Set in 1920s Moscow, it tells the satirical and darkly humorous story of a stray dog named Sharik, who is transformed into a human by Professor Preobrazhensky through a daring medical experiment. The resulting man, Poligraf Poligrafovich Sharikov, embodies the social and ideological tensions of early Soviet society. With its sharp critique of class struggle, human nature, and the perils of radical change, the film is celebrated for its faithful adaptation, brilliant performances, and rich allegorical depth.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 11, 1988
37 years ago
Runtime
2h 16m
136 minutes total
User Rating
7.9/10
Great (176 votes)
Language
Russian
Original language
Country
Soviet Union
Production
Director
Top Cast
Evgeniy Evstigneev
as Professor Filipp Preobrazhenskyy
Boris Plotnikov
as Doctor Bormental
Vladimir Tolokonnikov
as Sharikov
Nina Ruslanova
as Darya Petrovna
Olga Melikhova
as Zinochka
Aleksei Mironov
as Fyodor
Roman Kartsev
as Shvonder
Anzhelika Nevolina
as Vasnetsova
Natalya Fomenko
as Vyazemskaya
Evgeniy Kuznetsov
as Pestrukhin
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- RU
Production Companies
- Lenfilm
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heart of a Dog about?
"Heart of a Dog" is a Soviet film adaptation of Mikhail Bulgakov’s iconic novella. Set in 1920s Moscow, it tells the satirical and darkly humorous story of a stray dog named Sharik, who is transf...
Who directed Heart of a Dog?
Heart of a Dog was directed by Vladimir Bortko.
How long is Heart of a Dog?
Heart of a Dog has a runtime of 2 hours and 16 minutes (136 minutes total).
When was Heart of a Dog released?
Heart of a Dog was released on November 11, 1988 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Heart of a Dog?
The main cast of Heart of a Dog includes Evgeniy Evstigneev, Boris Plotnikov, Vladimir Tolokonnikov, Nina Ruslanova, Olga Melikhova.
Is Heart of a Dog worth watching?
Heart of a Dog has a user rating of 7.9/10 based on 176 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.