Gutta-Percha Boy
Originally released in 1957. Gutta-Percha Boy is a drama film. directed by Vladimir Gerasimov. At just 76 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Aleksei Gribov, Mikhail Nazvanov, and Aleksandr Popov
Synopsis
The end of the XIX century. Petya, an eight-year orphan who has been cast in training German acrobat Karl Becker, who curses and beatings would incorporate the new assistant to the circus profession and ruthlessly exploited child in their speeches. The only consolation, brightens the harsh life gutta-percha boy, as referred to Petya on the posters, is the concern of the carpet clown Edwards, who regretted the fatherless and secretly taught him this circus arts...
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 26, 1957
68 years ago
Runtime
1h 16m
76 minutes total
User Rating
8.0/10
Excellent (1 votes)
Language
Russian
Original language
Country
Soviet Union
Production
Director
Top Cast
Aleksei Gribov
as Edwards
Mikhail Nazvanov
as Karl Becker
Aleksandr Popov
as Petya Subbotin
Inna Fyodorova
as Varvara Akimovna
Ivan Koval-Samborskyi
as Circus Director
Andrei Popov
as Count Sergey Listomirov
Marianna Strizhenova
as Countess Listomirova
Aleksandra Popova
as Aunt Sonya
Marina Gutkovich
as Verochka (8 y.o)
Natalya Volkova
as Zinochka (6 y.o)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- RU
Production Companies
- Mosfilm
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gutta-Percha Boy about?
The end of the XIX century. Petya, an eight-year orphan who has been cast in training German acrobat Karl Becker, who curses and beatings would incorporate the new assistant to the circus professio...
Who directed Gutta-Percha Boy?
Gutta-Percha Boy was directed by Vladimir Gerasimov.
How long is Gutta-Percha Boy?
Gutta-Percha Boy has a runtime of 1 hours and 16 minutes (76 minutes total).
When was Gutta-Percha Boy released?
Gutta-Percha Boy was released on August 26, 1957 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Gutta-Percha Boy?
The main cast of Gutta-Percha Boy includes Aleksei Gribov, Mikhail Nazvanov, Aleksandr Popov, Inna Fyodorova, Ivan Koval-Samborskyi.