Cast
View AllAleksandr Kobozev
as Kolka Snegiryov
Anna Rodionova
as Masha Kanareykina
Aleksey Borzunov
as Yura Ustinov
Viktor Onuchak
as Fedya Drankin
Tatyana Kuznetsova
as Klava Ogorodnikova
Anatoliy Kuznetsov
as Sergey Rudenko
Antonina Dmitrieva
as Lydia Ivanova
Vitali Ovanesov
as Valery Novikov
Savely Kramarov
as Vovka Pimenov (Pimen)
Boris Novikov
as Kuzma
Lyudmila Chernyshyova
as Nina Aleksandrovna Novikova
Igor Kosukhin
as Isaev
Svetlana Kharitonova
as Evgenia Petrovna
Yuriy Nikulin
as Vasya
Yevgeni Teterin
as Fyodor Fyodorovich
Crew
Director
- Aleksandr Mitta
- Alexey Saltykov
Writer
- Aleksandr Khmelik
- Sergey Yermolinsky
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, My Friend, Kolka! 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 Aleksandr Mitta 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 1961, 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 My Friend, Kolka! took approximately 13 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 83 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 115 minutes long.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 11 months to complete.
- The screenplay went through 13 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- The film contains approximately 1852 individual shots.
Historical Context
- In 1961, when this film was released:
- The Vietnam War was becoming increasingly controversial.
- Counterculture movements were challenging traditional values.
- The film industry was dominated by major studios, with independent cinema still in its early development.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: May 13, 1961
- Runtime: 1h 23m