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The Dam Is Broken

September 23, 1928 0h 52m

Originally released in 1928. The Dam Is Broken is a drama film. directed by Mikhail Kapchinsky. At just 52 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Heiri Emirzade, Nina Li, and Anna Agramova

Synopsis

The film is set in one of the regions of Western Ukraine in the 1920s. A poor peasant, Vasyl, openly opposes the arbitrariness of the lord's authorities. While hunting in the lord's forest, he is captured by soldiers and imprisoned in a dungeon. His beloved girl Lesia, with the help of the villagers, opens the dam, and water begins to flood the manor. Amid the commotion, Vasyl escapes from his captivity.

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 23, 1928 97 years ago
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Runtime 0h 52m 52 minutes total
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Language UK Original language
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Country Soviet Union Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
UK

Production Companies

  • VUFKU

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Dam Is Broken about?

The film is set in one of the regions of Western Ukraine in the 1920s. A poor peasant, Vasyl, openly opposes the arbitrariness of the lord's authorities. While hunting in the lord's forest, he is c...

Who directed The Dam Is Broken?

The Dam Is Broken was directed by Mikhail Kapchinsky.

How long is The Dam Is Broken?

The Dam Is Broken has a runtime of 0 hours and 52 minutes (52 minutes total).

When was The Dam Is Broken released?

The Dam Is Broken was released on September 23, 1928 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Dam Is Broken?

The main cast of The Dam Is Broken includes Heiri Emirzade, Nina Li, Anna Agramova, V. Kolpashnikov, Yuriy Krestinskiy.