When The Dead Awaken
Originally released in 1926. When The Dead Awaken is a comedy film. directed by Aleksey Dmitriev. At just 67 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Igor Ilyinsky, Pyotr Repnin, and Nikolai Vashkevich
Synopsis
The movie takes place in one of the Russian provincial cities during the Civil War. A local priest, together with the ex-estate manager buries count's treasures and disguises it as his nephew's funeral. And when his nephew Nikeshka Vonmiglasov, a former Wrangelian, suddenly appears, he understands that he can profit on his magical "resurrection".
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 25, 1926
99 years ago
Runtime
1h 7m
67 minutes total
Language
Russian
Original language
Country
Soviet Union
Production
Director
Top Cast
Igor Ilyinsky
as Nikeshka Vonmiglasov
Pyotr Repnin
as Ardalion Medalionov, telegraph operator
Nikolai Vashkevich
as Matvey, priest
Antonin Pankryshev
as Deacon
I. Vysotsky
as Menzurkin, village doctor
Yevdokia Solovyova
as Christophora, deacon's daughter
F. Tavridi
as Arsenich
A. Petrov
as Former count's property manager
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- RU
Production Companies
- Gosvoenkino
Frequently Asked Questions
What is When The Dead Awaken about?
The movie takes place in one of the Russian provincial cities during the Civil War. A local priest, together with the ex-estate manager buries count's treasures and disguises it as his nephew's fun...
Who directed When The Dead Awaken?
When The Dead Awaken was directed by Aleksey Dmitriev.
How long is When The Dead Awaken?
When The Dead Awaken has a runtime of 1 hours and 7 minutes (67 minutes total).
When was When The Dead Awaken released?
When The Dead Awaken was released on December 25, 1926 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in When The Dead Awaken?
The main cast of When The Dead Awaken includes Igor Ilyinsky, Pyotr Repnin, Nikolai Vashkevich, Antonin Pankryshev, I. Vysotsky.