The Bodyguard
Originally released in 1979. The Bodyguard is a action/western film. directed by Ali Khamraev.
Starring Aleksandr Kaydanovskiy, Anatoliy Solonitsyn, and Shavkat Abdusalamov
Synopsis
The setting is Central Asia during the Russian civil war. In the post-revolutionary twenties, when the power in European Russia was (officially) "fully in the hands of the workers and peasants", but the fight against the Basmachi rebels was in full swing. When a Red Army detachment captures Sultan Mazar, the brains behind the Bazmachi contingent, a decision is made to escort urgently the prisoner to the Bukhara province. The difficult mission is entrusted to a grizzled mountain trapper and conscientious revolutionary called Mirzo. His expertise is essential to traverse the precarious paths and steep mountain ridges along the way, impossible terrain for the inexperienced. A group consisting of Mirzo, his brother Kova, the Sultan, his daughter Zaranghis and slave Saifulla set off on this journey. They are forced to fight on the mountain ridges as well as negotiate the natural dangers and harsh elements.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 1979
47 years ago
Runtime
1h 30m
90 minutes total
User Rating
4.5/10
Mixed (8 votes)
Language
Russian
Original language
Country
Soviet Union
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- RU
Production Companies
- Tajikfilm
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Bodyguard about?
The setting is Central Asia during the Russian civil war. In the post-revolutionary twenties, when the power in European Russia was (officially) "fully in the hands of the workers and peasants", bu...
Who directed The Bodyguard?
The Bodyguard was directed by Ali Khamraev.
How long is The Bodyguard?
The Bodyguard has a runtime of 1 hours and 30 minutes (90 minutes total).
When was The Bodyguard released?
The Bodyguard was released on January 1, 1979 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Bodyguard?
The main cast of The Bodyguard includes Aleksandr Kaydanovskiy, Anatoliy Solonitsyn, Shavkat Abdusalamov, Gulcha Tashbayeva, Mykola Hrynko.