Cast
View AllOleg Tabakov
as Кащей Бессмертный
Tatyana Pelttser
as сторожиха (добрая Баба-Яга)
Semyon Farada
as Бабадур
Valentina Talyzina
as Варвара, главная ключница
Oleg Anofriev
as царь Авдей
Marina Yakovleva
as Жар-птица
Mariya Barabanova
as первая нянька
Yuri Medvedev
as Егорий
Marina Zudina
as Милолика
Georgi Millyar
as слуга Бабадура
Gennadi Frolov
as Иван - Варварин сын
Vladimir Fyodorov
as Волосатенький
Vladislav Toldykov
as Иван-царевич
Aleksei Vojtyuk
as Иван-подкидыш
Vasily Kortukov
as царский шут
Crew
Director
- Mikhail Yuzovskiy
Writer
- Yuli Kim
Producer
- Yulia Bondareva
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
After the Rain, on Thursday represents a fascinating example of Adventure/Family/Fantasy/Romance cinema, offering viewers a unique perspective on the human experience and societal structures. The film's approach to its themes demonstrates a creative vision that distinguishes it within its genre.
Director Mikhail Yuzovskiy 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 pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 1986, 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 After the Rain, on Thursday took approximately 24 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 78 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 117 minutes long.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
- The musical score contains over 57 unique compositions.
- The film contains approximately 1449 individual shots.
Historical Context
- In 1986, when this film was released:
- Personal computers were beginning to transform homes and workplaces.
- Economic policies were shifting toward deregulation in many Western countries.
- Independent cinema was growing in influence, challenging the dominance of major studios.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: May 12, 1986
- Runtime: 1h 18m