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The Red Violin

January 20, 1975 1h 29m

Originally released in 1975. The Red Violin is a drama/history film. directed by Kaljo Kiisk. At just 89 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Viktors Lorencs, Ljubov Albitskaja, and Nadezhda Khil

Synopsis

When Estonian violinist Eduard Sõrmus starts his concert tours in Europe, he is convinced that the world revolution is about to begin. His mission as a Red Violinist is to call the proletariat around the world to join with the revolution. It is only two things - music and revolution - that Eduard has dedicated himself to. His audience is enchanted by his performance and ignited by his ideas. With this knowledge, he travels Europe between the two world wars, accompanied by his faithful friends, his audience's admiration and the hostility of the authorities.

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 20, 1975 51 years ago
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Runtime 1h 29m 89 minutes total
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Language ET Original language
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Country Soviet Union Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
ET

Production Companies

  • Tallinnfilm
  • DEFA-Studio für Spielfilme

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Red Violin about?

When Estonian violinist Eduard Sõrmus starts his concert tours in Europe, he is convinced that the world revolution is about to begin. His mission as a Red Violinist is to call the proletariat aro...

Who directed The Red Violin?

The Red Violin was directed by Kaljo Kiisk.

How long is The Red Violin?

The Red Violin has a runtime of 1 hours and 29 minutes (89 minutes total).

When was The Red Violin released?

The Red Violin was released on January 20, 1975 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Red Violin?

The main cast of The Red Violin includes Viktors Lorencs, Ljubov Albitskaja, Nadezhda Khil, Kaarel Ird, Hans-Peter Reinecke.