Malva
Originally released in 1956. Malva is a drama film. directed by Volodymyr Braun. At just 84 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Dzidra Ritenberga, Anatoliy Ignatyev, and Arkadi Tolbuzin
Synopsis
The title character, played by Dzidra Ritenberga, is the restless wife of a provincial village fisherman. Unwilling to dedicate herself to her husband, Malwa seeks out love from every man she meets. This results in a romantic triangle that is at once disarmingly simplistic and intensely dramatic. Malwa was the final directorial effort of Vladimir Braun, who died in 1957. Star Dzidra Ritenberga won a "Best Actress" award at the Venice Film Festival; co-stars Pavel Usovicenko and Anatoll Ighnaliev also earned praise for their realistic performances.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 1956
70 years ago
Runtime
1h 24m
84 minutes total
User Rating
4.2/10
Mixed (5 votes)
Language
Russian
Original language
Country
Soviet Union
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- RU
Production Companies
- Dovzhenko Film Studios
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Malva about?
The title character, played by Dzidra Ritenberga, is the restless wife of a provincial village fisherman. Unwilling to dedicate herself to her husband, Malwa seeks out love from every man she meets...
Who directed Malva?
Malva was directed by Volodymyr Braun.
How long is Malva?
Malva has a runtime of 1 hours and 24 minutes (84 minutes total).
When was Malva released?
Malva was released on January 1, 1956 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Malva?
The main cast of Malva includes Dzidra Ritenberga, Anatoliy Ignatyev, Arkadi Tolbuzin, Arkadi Tolbuzin, Pavel Usovnichenko.