Cast
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Sofiko Chiaureli
as Arevik Gevorkyan
Armen Dzhigarkhanyan
as Andronicus
Khoren Abramyan
as jora
Ramaz Chkhikvadze
as sledovatel
Karen Jangiryan
as producer
Azat Sherents
as taxi driver
Arus Aznaburyan
as grandmother
Sergey Cholahyan
as uncle of little Arevik
Lyusya Oganesyan
as little Arevik's aunt
Nona Petrosyan
as Karen's mom
Crew
Director
- Arkadiy Ayrapetyan
- Arnold Aghababov
Writer
- Arnold Aghababov
Producer
- Grant Vopyan
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Arevik 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 Arkadiy Ayrapetyan 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 1978, 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 Arevik took approximately 22 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 130 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 154 minutes long.
- The musical score contains over 62 unique compositions.
- The film contains approximately 1673 individual shots.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 8 months to complete.
Historical Context
- In 1978, when this film was released:
- Environmental awareness was growing as a social concern.
- The Watergate scandal changed public perception of political institutions.
- 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, 1978
- Runtime: 2h 10m