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The Lost Letter

December 31, 1945 0h 43m 5.8/10 (9 votes)

Originally released in 1945. The Lost Letter is a animation/fantasy film. directed by Valentina Brumberg. At just 43 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Mikhail Yanshin, Boris Livanov, and Sergei Martinson

Synopsis

The first Soviet cel-animated feature film, based on the story with the same name by Nikolai Gogol. A messenger is tasked with delivering a letter to the Tsarina, which he tucks into his hat for safekeeping on the road. While resting at night, a band of demons steals the hat, and he must travel to Hell to retrieve it.

Quick Facts

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Release Date December 31, 1945 80 years ago
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Runtime 0h 43m 43 minutes total
User Rating 5.8/10 Mixed (9 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

  • Soyuzmultfilm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Lost Letter about?

The first Soviet cel-animated feature film, based on the story with the same name by Nikolai Gogol. A messenger is tasked with delivering a letter to the Tsarina, which he tucks into his hat for sa...

Who directed The Lost Letter?

The Lost Letter was directed by Valentina Brumberg.

How long is The Lost Letter?

The Lost Letter has a runtime of 0 hours and 43 minutes (43 minutes total).

When was The Lost Letter released?

The Lost Letter was released on December 31, 1945 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Lost Letter?

The main cast of The Lost Letter includes Mikhail Yanshin, Boris Livanov, Sergei Martinson, Leonid Pirogov, Vasiliy Kachalov.