Primrose
Originally released in 1986. Primrose is a drama film. directed by Victor Zhylko. At just 84 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Yelena Rudenko, Katia Riaboshlyk, and Natalya Shostak
Synopsis
Based on L. Yelisieieva’s short story "Far Away". In the 1920s–30s, a girl named Liolia grows up in poverty after her father is killed in the so-called “Civil War.” Her mother’s new marriage brings fear and violence into the home, so Liolia is sent to live with her grandmother, where she finds peace—though only briefly.
Quick Facts
Director
Top Cast
Yelena Rudenko
as Older Liolia
Katia Riaboshlyk
as Young Liolia
Natalya Shostak
as Liolia's mother
Andrei Boltnev
as Stepfather Ivan
Aleksandr Porokhovshchikov
as Sculptor
Stefaniya Stanyuta
as Granny
Vladimir Kashpur
as Sexton
Ilya Ivanov
as Financial inspector
Iryna Tereshchenko
as Teacher
Helga Dancberga
as Deutsch woman
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- UK
Production Companies
- Dovzhenko Film Studios
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Primrose about?
Based on L. Yelisieieva’s short story "Far Away". In the 1920s–30s, a girl named Liolia grows up in poverty after her father is killed in the so-called “Civil War.” Her mother’s new marri...
Who directed Primrose?
Primrose was directed by Victor Zhylko.
How long is Primrose?
Primrose has a runtime of 1 hours and 24 minutes (84 minutes total).
When was Primrose released?
Primrose was released on January 1, 1986 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Primrose?
The main cast of Primrose includes Yelena Rudenko, Katia Riaboshlyk, Natalya Shostak, Andrei Boltnev, Aleksandr Porokhovshchikov.