Cast
View AllMikhail Bolduman
as Ivan Vasilyevich
Mikhail Derzhavin
as Young Ivan Vasilyevich
Iya Arepina
as Varenka
Nikolai Bubnov
as Pyotr Vladislavovich Butyrlin
Lyudmila Semenova
as Butyrlina
Georgiy Budarov
as Ball's host
Tatyana Barysheva
as Ball's hostess, governor's wife
Marina Kurakova
as Girl
Viktor Bubnov
as Anisimov the engineer
Viktoriya Lepko
as Piano player
Yuri Leonidov
as Ivan Vasilyevich's interlocutor
Yevdokiya Urusova
as
Anatoliy Sakhnovskiy
as Officer
Aleksandr Pronin
as Ivan Vasilyevich's brother
Crew
Director
- Anatoliy Dudorov
Writer
- Kirill Rapoport
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Posle bala 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 Anatoliy Dudorov 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 1962, 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 Posle bala took approximately 19 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 34 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 70 minutes long.
- The costume department created over 264 unique costume pieces for the production.
- The screenplay went through 11 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 8 weeks before filming began.
Historical Context
- In 1962, when this film was released:
- The space race between the USSR and USA was at its height.
- Counterculture movements were challenging traditional values.
- The film industry was dominated by major studios, with independent cinema still in its early development.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: December 31, 1962
- Runtime: 34m