Cast
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Yuriy Solomin
as George Kettle
Emmanuil Vitorgan
as Street
Aleksandra Yakovleva-Aasmyae
as Monica
Nelli Kornienko
as Delia Moon
Yevgeni Vesnik
as Hardaker
Aleksandr Vokach
as Henry Moon
Grigoriy Lyampe
as Grenok
Tatyana Pankova
as Mrs. Twigg
Boris Ivanov
as Klinton
Boris Klyuev
as Kettle's secretary
Crew
Director
- Yuriy Solomin
Writer
- Vasiliy Solovyov
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, The Scandalous Affairs of Mr. Kettle and Mrs. Moon 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 Yuriy Solomin 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 1981, 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 Scandalous Affairs of Mr. Kettle and Mrs. Moon took approximately 21 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 126 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 166 minutes long.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 6 weeks before filming began.
- The costume department created over 274 unique costume pieces for the production.
- The musical score contains over 55 unique compositions.
Historical Context
- In 1981, when this film was released:
- MTV launched, changing how music was marketed and consumed.
- The Cold War was entering its final phase.
- Independent cinema was growing in influence, challenging the dominance of major studios.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: April 25, 1981
- Runtime: 2h 6m