Cast
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Inna Makarova
as Ирина Семёновна, вдова, экономист
Viktor Ilichyov
as Григорий
Lyudmila Shevel
as Зоя, жена Григория
Vadim Yermolayev
as
Oleg Dmitriyev
as Юра Люстров, внук пошибшего, сын Клима и Наташи
Yelena Solovey
as Наташа
Vladimir Tatosov
as Яков Давидович, друг погибшего
Dmitri Kuzmin
as Алексей, водитель
Lev Semyonov
as Иван Данилович, друг погибшего
Crew
Director
- Oleg Eryshev
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Fortieth Day 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 Oleg Eryshev 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 1988, 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 Fortieth Day took approximately 25 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 65 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 95 minutes long.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 4 months to complete.
- The film contains approximately 2040 individual shots.
Historical Context
- In 1988, when this film was released:
- The Cold War was entering its final phase.
- MTV launched, changing how music was marketed and consumed.
- Independent cinema was growing in influence, challenging the dominance of major studios.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: June 1, 1988
- Runtime: 1h 5m