A Man Who Never Was
Originally released in 1990. A Man Who Never Was is a drama film. directed by Peeter Simm.
Starring Katri Khorma, Tõnu Kilgas, and Jüri Krjukov
Synopsis
In the final weeks of the existence of the Soviet empire, a number of unusual films were released. In this wry Estonian comedy, a woman with an unusual talent for mimicry which eventually earns her a career on the radio between WWII and the Russian resettlement of that country (with a corresponding deportation of millions of Estonians to Siberia). In an absurd fashion, her self-generate sound effects help her get out of all sorts of scrapes with the authorities. When those fail, her incredible nonchalance succeeds. By the end of the film, it becomes clear that she has bestowed her inimitable imitative gift on her newborn son, as well.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 18, 1990
35 years ago
Runtime
1h 33m
93 minutes total
User Rating
3.2/10
Mixed (4 votes)
Language
ET
Original language
Country
Soviet Union
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ET
Production Companies
- Tallinnfilm
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Man Who Never Was about?
In the final weeks of the existence of the Soviet empire, a number of unusual films were released. In this wry Estonian comedy, a woman with an unusual talent for mimicry which eventually earns her...
Who directed A Man Who Never Was?
A Man Who Never Was was directed by Peeter Simm.
How long is A Man Who Never Was?
A Man Who Never Was has a runtime of 1 hours and 33 minutes (93 minutes total).
When was A Man Who Never Was released?
A Man Who Never Was was released on March 18, 1990 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in A Man Who Never Was?
The main cast of A Man Who Never Was includes Katri Khorma, Tõnu Kilgas, Jüri Krjukov, Rita Raave, Tõnu Raadik.