Swarm movie poster

Swarm

February 24, 1990 2h 28m 5.5/10 (3 votes)

Originally released in 1990. Swarm is a feature film. directed by Vladimir Khotinenko. With a runtime of 2h 28m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Vladimir Ilin, Cheslav Sushkevich, and Ivan Agafonov

Synopsis

The story of the Siberian Zavarzin family, which has long lived by bee trade. After an incomprehensible virus entered the hives one day, accusations between two neighboring farms reached the intensity of a real war. After all, if there are no bees, then there is no life, and you have to go to the city. The village began to empty before our eyes. The disintegration also occurs within the Zavarzin family: the eldest son gets drunk, the middle one is going to emigrate, the younger one goes crazy, the uncle rages with fat, not knowing where to put his money. And nothing can unite the once strong family anymore.

Quick Facts

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Release Date February 24, 1990 35 years ago
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Runtime 2h 28m 148 minutes total
User Rating 5.5/10 Mixed (3 votes)
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Language Russian Original language
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Country Soviet Union Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
RU

Production Companies

  • Sverdlovsk Film Studio

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Swarm about?

The story of the Siberian Zavarzin family, which has long lived by bee trade. After an incomprehensible virus entered the hives one day, accusations between two neighboring farms reached the intens...

Who directed Swarm?

Swarm was directed by Vladimir Khotinenko.

How long is Swarm?

Swarm has a runtime of 2 hours and 28 minutes (148 minutes total).

When was Swarm released?

Swarm was released on February 24, 1990 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Swarm?

The main cast of Swarm includes Vladimir Ilin, Cheslav Sushkevich, Ivan Agafonov, Viktor Smirnov, Boris Galkin.