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The Defendant

January 1, 1985 1h 30m

Originally released in 1985. The Defendant is a drama/crime film. directed by Iosif Kheifits.

Starring Mikhail Zhigalov, Tatyana Shestakova, and Rolan Bykov

Synopsis

Anton Skulov, a war invalid, shot a drunk young man with a hunting rifle who climbed into his garden and ruined rare flowers that his wife, a war veteran, had grown before her death. The investigation was short-lived, the accused immediately admitted his guilt and was ready to stand trial, having already convicted himself of the murder.

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 1, 1985 41 years ago
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Runtime 1h 30m 90 minutes total
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Language Russian Original language
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Country Soviet Union Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
RU

Production Companies

  • Lenfilm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Defendant about?

Anton Skulov, a war invalid, shot a drunk young man with a hunting rifle who climbed into his garden and ruined rare flowers that his wife, a war veteran, had grown before her death. The investigat...

Who directed The Defendant?

The Defendant was directed by Iosif Kheifits.

How long is The Defendant?

The Defendant has a runtime of 1 hours and 30 minutes (90 minutes total).

When was The Defendant released?

The Defendant was released on January 1, 1985 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Defendant?

The main cast of The Defendant includes Mikhail Zhigalov, Tatyana Shestakova, Rolan Bykov, Yuriy Kuznetsov, Yuriy Solovyov.