The Commissar
Originally released in 1967. The Commissar is a drama/war film. directed by Aleksandr Askoldov.
Starring Nonna Mordyukova, Rolan Bykov, and Rayisa Nedashkivska
Synopsis
Klavdia Vavilova, a Red Army cavalry commissar, is waylaid by an unexpected pregnancy. She stays with a Jewish family to give birth and is softened somewhat by the experience of family life.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 6, 1967
58 years ago
Runtime
1h 50m
110 minutes total
User Rating
6.4/10
Good (39 votes)
Language
Russian
Original language
Country
Soviet Union
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- RU
Production Companies
- Mosfilm
- Gorky Film Studios
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Commissar about?
Klavdia Vavilova, a Red Army cavalry commissar, is waylaid by an unexpected pregnancy. She stays with a Jewish family to give birth and is softened somewhat by the experience of family life.
Who directed The Commissar?
The Commissar was directed by Aleksandr Askoldov.
How long is The Commissar?
The Commissar has a runtime of 1 hours and 50 minutes (110 minutes total).
When was The Commissar released?
The Commissar was released on June 6, 1967 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Commissar?
The main cast of The Commissar includes Nonna Mordyukova, Rolan Bykov, Rayisa Nedashkivska, Vasiliy Shukshin, Lyudmila Volynskaya.