The Stone Cross
Originally released in 1968. The Stone Cross is a drama/history film. directed by Leonid Osyka. At just 76 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Danylo Ilchenko, Kateryna Mateyko, and Boryslav Brondukov
Synopsis
In 1890s Western Ukraine, Ivan Didukh, a proud and ripe Galician farmer, has decided to abandon his ancestral home to emigrate to Canada in search of a better life. His final hours are clouded by both internal and communal discord as his village convenes to ceremonially mark his departure. The celebrations that echo those of a funeral, forecast the imminent death of a man estranged from his motherland, and of an antiquated way of life on the cusp of obsoletion.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 7, 1968
57 years ago
Runtime
1h 16m
76 minutes total
User Rating
6.3/10
Good (11 votes)
Language
UK
Original language
Country
Soviet Union
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- UK
Production Companies
- Dovzhenko Film Studios
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Stone Cross about?
In 1890s Western Ukraine, Ivan Didukh, a proud and ripe Galician farmer, has decided to abandon his ancestral home to emigrate to Canada in search of a better life. His final hours are clouded by b...
Who directed The Stone Cross?
The Stone Cross was directed by Leonid Osyka.
How long is The Stone Cross?
The Stone Cross has a runtime of 1 hours and 16 minutes (76 minutes total).
When was The Stone Cross released?
The Stone Cross was released on March 7, 1968 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Stone Cross?
The main cast of The Stone Cross includes Danylo Ilchenko, Kateryna Mateyko, Boryslav Brondukov, Ivan Mykolaichuk, Kostiantyn Stepankov.