Boris Godunov
Originally released in 1954. Boris Godunov is a music/drama film. directed by Vera Stroyeva.
Starring Aleksandr Pirogov, Nikandr Khanayev, and Georgi Nelepp
Synopsis
Russian filmmaker Vera Stroyeva specialized in cinematic adaptations of famous operas. One of the most successful of these was her 1955 film version of Mussorgsky and Pushkin's Boris Godunov. Stroyeva's adaptation deftly streamlines the story of a Russian czar whose life is placed in jeopardy by a pretender to his throne. A. Pirogov sings the title role, while G. Nellep provides vocal and visual menace as the "False Dmitri". The use of a color process known as Magicolor adds just the right touch of theatrical artificiality to the pomp-and-splendor proceedings.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 21, 1954
72 years ago
Runtime
1h 50m
110 minutes total
User Rating
2.2/10
Mixed (6 votes)
Language
Russian
Original language
Country
Soviet Union
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- RU
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Boris Godunov about?
Russian filmmaker Vera Stroyeva specialized in cinematic adaptations of famous operas. One of the most successful of these was her 1955 film version of Mussorgsky and Pushkin's Boris Godunov. Stroy...
Who directed Boris Godunov?
Boris Godunov was directed by Vera Stroyeva.
How long is Boris Godunov?
Boris Godunov has a runtime of 1 hours and 50 minutes (110 minutes total).
When was Boris Godunov released?
Boris Godunov was released on January 21, 1954 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Boris Godunov?
The main cast of Boris Godunov includes Aleksandr Pirogov, Nikandr Khanayev, Georgi Nelepp, Maxim Mikhaylov, Ivan Kozlovsky.