Cast
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Andrey Gradov
as Олег Марич
Yury Prokofyev
as Николай Черных
Grigori Abrikosov
as Антон Николаевич Глыбчак
Ivan Havryliuk
as Иван Подбелов
Lyudmila Shevel
as Галя
Evdokya Nazina
as Маша
Vladimir Gusev
as Лапшин
Aleksandr Belina
as Андрей Стародубцев
Aleksandr Milyutin
as Александр Казанкин
Viktor Stepanenko
as Степан Кирин
Aleksei Kolesnik
as Васин
Igor Slobodskoy
as Рафат Джавадов
Mykhailo Ihnatov
as Петр Чижиченко
Lyudmyla Sosyura
as Ольга Игнатьевна Круглова
Elena Kondulaynen
as Светлана
Crew
Director
- Nikolay Zaseev-Rudenko
Writer
- Ivan Goncharenko
- Vitali Kopytov
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Warmth of the Chilly Earth examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of a period setting that reflects societal issues of its time. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Nikolay Zaseev-Rudenko brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 1984, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Warmth of the Chilly Earth took approximately 20 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 129 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 171 minutes long.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 8 months to complete.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 3 weeks before filming began.
Historical Context
- In 1984, when this film was released:
- MTV launched, changing how music was marketed and consumed.
- Economic policies were shifting toward deregulation in many Western countries.
- Independent cinema was growing in influence, challenging the dominance of major studios.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: January 2, 1984
- Runtime: 2h 9m