Appassionata movie poster

Appassionata

June 18, 1963

Originally released in 1963. Appassionata is a feature film. directed by Yuri Vyshinsky.

Starring Boris Smirnov, Vladimir Yemelyanov, and Daria Peshkova

Synopsis

TV movie based on the essay by M. Gorky "VI Lenin". In the winter evening of 1920 VI Lenin (Boris Smirnov) met at the apartment of E.P.Peshkova with A.M.Gorky. In the "burzhuika" smoking raw wood. It's cold. And the two thinkers have a heartfelt conversation about the future of Russia. Lenin seems to continue his argument with H.G. Wells. He talks about the role of the artist in the life of society, about his place in the struggle for the future. Gorky is visited by pianist Isaiah Dobrovein. Lenin listens to his performance of Chopin, and then Beethoven's "Appassionata"; he is captivated by the power of Beethoven's genius. An automobile rushes through the night Moscow. Lenin is in the car. Beethoven's music is sounding. On the screen is the Kremlin. The banner of the revolution is splashing over the building of the Supreme Soviet of the USSR.

Quick Facts

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Release Date June 18, 1963 62 years ago
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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

  • Mosfilm

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is Appassionata about?

TV movie based on the essay by M. Gorky "VI Lenin". In the winter evening of 1920 VI Lenin (Boris Smirnov) met at the apartment of E.P.Peshkova with A.M.Gorky. In the "burzhuika" smoking raw wood. ...

Who directed Appassionata?

Appassionata was directed by Yuri Vyshinsky.

When was Appassionata released?

Appassionata was released on June 18, 1963 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Appassionata?

The main cast of Appassionata includes Boris Smirnov, Vladimir Yemelyanov, Daria Peshkova, Rudolph Kerer, Mark Bernes.