Cast
Nikita Mikhalkov
Aleksei Ustyuzhanin
Vitali Solomin
Nikolai Ustyuzhanin
Sergey Shakurov
Spiridon Solomin
Natalya Andreychenko
Anastasia Solomina
Lyudmila Gurchenko
Older Taya Solomina
Vladimir Samoylov
Afanasi Ustyuzhanin
Mikhail Kononov
Rodion Klimentov
Nikolai Skorobogatov
Yermolai
Pavel Kadochnikov
Eternal Grandfather
Evgeniy Leonov-Gladyshev
Alesha Ustyuzhanin
Yevgeni Perov
Yerofei Solomin
Konstantin Grigorev
Geolog Guryev
Dmitriy Buzylyov-Kretso
Mitya
Ivan Dmitriev
Blinov
Yelena Koreneva
Younger Taya Solomina
Crew
Director
- Andrei Konchalovsky
Writer
- Valentin Ezhov
- Andrei Konchalovsky
Producer
- Leonid Vereshchagin
- Nikita Mikhalkov
- Erik Vaysberg
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Siberiade 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 Andrei Konchalovsky 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 1979, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its critical acclaim reflects its artistic achievements and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Siberiade took approximately 30 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 275 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 335 minutes long.
- The film contains approximately 1874 individual shots.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 12 months to complete.
- The costume department created over 270 unique costume pieces for the production.
Historical Context
- In 1979, when this film was released:
- Disco music dominated popular culture.
- 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 28, 1979
- Runtime: 4h 35m
- Revenue: $1,753