By the Lake
Originally released in 1970. By the Lake is a drama/romance film. directed by Sergei Gerasimov. With a runtime of 2h 53m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Oleg Zhakov, Natalya Belokhvostikova, and Vasiliy Shukshin
Synopsis
The film is a reflection on the responsibility of man to other people, native nature and the world around us, the problem of preserving Lake Baikal, on the banks of which a large construction project has unfolded. The first half of the 60s of the XX century, the story of the love of young Lena Barmina to an adult respectable person, bearing on his shoulders a heavy burden of responsibility for the activities of a huge enterprise. Construction engineer Chernykh and Lena, the daughter of a scientist, are doing everything to save the lake from harmful and unjustified plums. A difficult relationship develops between them and soon Lena realizes that she is in love. But after learning that Chernykh is married, the girl leaves...
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 13, 1970
55 years ago
Runtime
2h 53m
173 minutes total
User Rating
5.2/10
Mixed (7 votes)
Language
Russian
Original language
Country
Soviet Union
Production
Director
Top Cast
Oleg Zhakov
as Aleksandr Aleksandrovich Barmin
Natalya Belokhvostikova
as Lena Barmina
Vasiliy Shukshin
as Vasili Vasilievich Chernykh
Valentina Telichkina
as Valya Korolkova
Natalya Arinbasarova
as Katya Olzoyeva
Mikhail Nozhkin
as Yakovlev
Vadim Spiridonov
as Konovalov
Nikolay Eryomenko
as Alyosha
Boris Shadurskiy
as Kolya Tkachenko
Boris Belousov
as Ivanov
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- RU
Production Companies
- Mosfilm
Frequently Asked Questions
What is By the Lake about?
The film is a reflection on the responsibility of man to other people, native nature and the world around us, the problem of preserving Lake Baikal, on the banks of which a large construction proje...
Who directed By the Lake?
By the Lake was directed by Sergei Gerasimov.
How long is By the Lake?
By the Lake has a runtime of 2 hours and 53 minutes (173 minutes total).
When was By the Lake released?
By the Lake was released on April 13, 1970 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in By the Lake?
The main cast of By the Lake includes Oleg Zhakov, Natalya Belokhvostikova, Vasiliy Shukshin, Valentina Telichkina, Natalya Arinbasarova.