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The Anxious Night

The Anxious Night (1958)

Nov 10, 1958 N/A Drama TV Movie

The action takes place on one of the nights in October 1917 and is limited to the walls of a St. Petersburg apartment occupied by the wealthy noble family of the Starodubtsevs. The elder sister Anna (Elena Kuzmina) is a helpless, spoiled woman, far from life. She is unable to understand that her husband, Lieutenant Almazov, is one of the leaders of the counter-revolutionary conspiracy. The younger sister Maria has already chosen her path - she is with the revolutionaries, with the Bolsheviks. The landlord Yarlykov, having lost everything, dreams of running away from Russia, taking with him something more valuable. In the dramatic events taking place in the Starodubtsev family, echoes of the huge, decisive clashes of the revolution are guessed.

Directed by Tatyana Berezantseva

Cast

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Boris Chirkov
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Boris Chirkov

as Rodionov

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Elena Kuzmina

as Anna Starodubtseva

Anatoliy Ignatyev
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Anatoliy Ignatyev

as Troshkin

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Anatoliy Larionov

as Almazov

Lyubov Sokolova
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Lyubov Sokolova

as Mariya

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Nikolai Chistyakov

as Yarlykov

Apollon Yachnitskiy
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Apollon Yachnitskiy

as Col. Yarlykov

Emma Tsesarskaya
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Emma Tsesarskaya

as Aksinya

Crew

Director
  • Tatyana Berezantseva

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Thematic Analysis

As a dramatic work, The Anxious Night 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 Tatyana Berezantseva 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 1958, 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 The Anxious Night took approximately 23 months from pre-production to final cut.
  • The cast underwent specialized training for 3 weeks before filming began.
  • The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
  • The screenplay went through 7 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.

Historical Context

  • In 1958, when this film was released:
  • Rock and roll music was revolutionizing popular culture.
  • The civil rights movement was gaining momentum in the United States.
  • The film industry was dominated by major studios, with independent cinema still in its early development.

How This Film Stands Out

Details

  • Release Date: November 10, 1958

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