Das Lied der Balalaika
Originally released in 1971. Das Lied der Balalaika is a crime/drama film. directed by Jean-Claude Dague. At just 88 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Ivan Rebroff, Sydney Chaplin, and Noëlle Adam
Synopsis
Sasha Voronin, a famous singer about to marry supermodel Nathalie, falls victim to John Darow, who attempts to murder him by knocking him out and throwing him into the sea. Sacha is taken in by fishermen, but he has lost his memory and takes the name Samson. Samson's memory begins to awaken when he hears a familiar tune during a circus performance, and begins to sing. Deciding to leave with the circus troupe, he ends up being hired by the director of a radio station, who launches him on the air under the name of "unknown singer". Nathalie, meanwhile married to John, recognizes his voice and wants to find him; Sacha rejects her because he has fallen in love with Maria. John again tries to eliminate Sacha, then attempts to kidnap Maria. After a mad chase, Sacha defeats John, who is arrested by the police.
Quick Facts
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- Florida Films
- Lisa Film
- Peri Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Das Lied der Balalaika about?
Sasha Voronin, a famous singer about to marry supermodel Nathalie, falls victim to John Darow, who attempts to murder him by knocking him out and throwing him into the sea. Sacha is taken in by fis...
Who directed Das Lied der Balalaika?
Das Lied der Balalaika was directed by Jean-Claude Dague.
How long is Das Lied der Balalaika?
Das Lied der Balalaika has a runtime of 1 hours and 28 minutes (88 minutes total).
When was Das Lied der Balalaika released?
Das Lied der Balalaika was released on March 1, 1971 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Das Lied der Balalaika?
The main cast of Das Lied der Balalaika includes Ivan Rebroff, Sydney Chaplin, Noëlle Adam, Ivy Mareva, Germaine Montero.