Cast
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Mikhail Kuznetsov
as Aleksandr Samokhin
Vladimir Druzhnikov
as Sergey Kazakov
Nina Zorskaya
as Olya Korneyeva
Yuri Lyubimov
as Yakov Lapshin
Nina Arkhipova
as Katya
Andrei Petrov
as Andrey Gusenko
Aleksandr Khanov
as Zurov
Vasili Zajchikov
as Potapych
Viktoriya Germanova
as Varya Ivanovna
Aleksei Alekseyev
as engineer (uncredited)
Crew
Director
- Aleksandr Stolper
Writer
- Nikolay Denisov
- Yevgeni Gabrilovich
- Boris Galin
Producer
- Maks Gershengorin
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Our Heart 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 Stolper 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 1947, 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 Our Heart took approximately 30 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 82 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 104 minutes long.
- The costume department created over 125 unique costume pieces for the production.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 6 weeks before filming began.
- The screenplay went through 15 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
Historical Context
- In 1947, when this film was released:
- Television was becoming a dominant form of home entertainment.
- 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: April 15, 1947
- Runtime: 1h 22m