Benya Krik
Originally released in 1926. Benya Krik is a drama film. directed by Vladimir Vilner. At just 81 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Matviy Lyarov, Yurii Shumskyi, and Anna Goricheva
Synopsis
The seamy Jewish underworld of Odesa is the setting for Isaac Babel's story based on the life of gangster king Mishka Yaponchik "Mike the Jap" Vinnitsky. Murder is a way of life for Benya and his gang until he finds himself ensnared in a Bolshevik trap.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 28, 1926
99 years ago
Runtime
1h 21m
81 minutes total
User Rating
5.2/10
Mixed (5 votes)
Language
Russian
Original language
Country
Soviet Union
Production
Director
Top Cast
Matviy Lyarov
as Mendel Krik
Yurii Shumskyi
as Benya Krik, Mendel's son
Anna Goricheva
as Dvoira, Benya's sister
Abram Vabnik
as Lazar Spilgagen, Dvoira's fiancé
Mykola Nademskyi
as Kolka Pakovskiy
Teodor Brainin
as Lyovka Byk
Heorhiy Astafyev
as Abdullah
Aleksandr Sashin
as Savka Butsis
Osyp Merlatti
as Froim Grach
Mikhail Smolenskiy
as Marantz, broker
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- RU
Production Companies
- VUFKU
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benya Krik about?
The seamy Jewish underworld of Odesa is the setting for Isaac Babel's story based on the life of gangster king Mishka Yaponchik "Mike the Jap" Vinnitsky. Murder is a way of life for Benya and his g...
Who directed Benya Krik?
Benya Krik was directed by Vladimir Vilner.
How long is Benya Krik?
Benya Krik has a runtime of 1 hours and 21 minutes (81 minutes total).
When was Benya Krik released?
Benya Krik was released on April 28, 1926 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Benya Krik?
The main cast of Benya Krik includes Matviy Lyarov, Yurii Shumskyi, Anna Goricheva, Abram Vabnik, Mykola Nademskyi.