Shine, Shine, My Star
Originally released in 1969. Shine, Shine, My Star is a comedy/drama film. directed by Aleksandr Mitta.
Starring Oleg Tabakov, Elena Proklova, and Oleg Efremov
Synopsis
In 1920, just 3 years after the October revolution, the peoples had to decide between conforming to Bolshevism or national self-determination. In that torn-apart-time, one man, the comedian Volodya, tries to mediate, not between different ideologies, but social life and art. While others just want to wash away their gloom, he reflects on the everyday sorrows and the role of art in that time of changes.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 6, 1969
56 years ago
Runtime
1h 34m
94 minutes total
User Rating
5.4/10
Mixed (18 votes)
Language
Russian
Original language
Country
Soviet Union
Production
Director
Top Cast
Oleg Tabakov
as Iskremas / Cuckoo
Elena Proklova
as Krysya / Jeanne d'Arc
Oleg Efremov
as Painter
Evgeni Leonov
as Cinematographer
Leonid Kuravlyov
as Red comissar
Leonid Dyachkov
as Ohrim, green agent
Marlen Khutsiyev
as Third 'cuckoo' player (prince)
Nonna Mordyukova
as White actress
Aleksandr Porokhovshchikov
as shooter
Aleksandr Filippenko
as Second 'cuckoo' player
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- RU
Production Companies
- Mosfilm
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shine, Shine, My Star about?
In 1920, just 3 years after the October revolution, the peoples had to decide between conforming to Bolshevism or national self-determination. In that torn-apart-time, one man, the comedian Volodya...
Who directed Shine, Shine, My Star?
Shine, Shine, My Star was directed by Aleksandr Mitta.
How long is Shine, Shine, My Star?
Shine, Shine, My Star has a runtime of 1 hours and 34 minutes (94 minutes total).
When was Shine, Shine, My Star released?
Shine, Shine, My Star was released on June 6, 1969 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Shine, Shine, My Star?
The main cast of Shine, Shine, My Star includes Oleg Tabakov, Elena Proklova, Oleg Efremov, Evgeni Leonov, Leonid Kuravlyov.