The Boy from Stalingrad
"Hollywood's first drama of Russia's young heroes."
Originally released in 1943. The Boy from Stalingrad is a drama/war film. directed by Sidney Salkow. At just 69 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Bobby Samarzich, Conrad Binyon, and Mary Lou Harrington
Synopsis
If J.M. Barrie had had a hand in Tarkovsky's IVAN'S CHILDHOOD, it might like something like this bizarre boys' adventure confection. Surprised by the advancing German Army while gathering wheat outside their village, a spunky band of Russian adolescents employs a combination of wits and heroic self-sacrifice to defeat a Nazi battalion, blow up a tank, and save the people of Stalingrad from imminent destruction. A rarely-seen entry in Hollywoood's brief wartime spate of pro-Soviet propaganda films, THE BOY FROM STALINGRAD stars Serbian-American child actor Bobby Samarzich, who went on to found one of Southern California's greatest tamburitza bands.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 20, 1943
82 years ago
Runtime
1h 9m
69 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Columbia Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Boy from Stalingrad about?
If J.M. Barrie had had a hand in Tarkovsky's IVAN'S CHILDHOOD, it might like something like this bizarre boys' adventure confection. Surprised by the advancing German Army while gathering wheat out...
Who directed The Boy from Stalingrad?
The Boy from Stalingrad was directed by Sidney Salkow.
How long is The Boy from Stalingrad?
The Boy from Stalingrad has a runtime of 1 hours and 9 minutes (69 minutes total).
When was The Boy from Stalingrad released?
The Boy from Stalingrad was released on May 20, 1943 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Boy from Stalingrad?
The main cast of The Boy from Stalingrad includes Bobby Samarzich, Conrad Binyon, Mary Lou Harrington, Scotty Beckett, Steven Muller.