Olga Petrova-Zvantseva
Also Known As: Ольга Петрова, Ольга Петрова-Званцева
Biography: Russian silent film actress. Not to be confused with British actress Olga Petrova.
Department: Acting
Place of Birth: Not available
Birthday: Not available
Adult: No
Gender: Female
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Kira Kiralina
Overview: To pay off their debts, parents sell their daughter Kira to an old coach maker, a wealthy man Stavro, before her birth. When Kira is 13 years old, Stavro takes her to his home as a slave wife.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: uk
Release Date: 1928-04-23
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Defence of Sevastopol
Overview: First film ever that was shot by two cameras. Set in 1854-1855, in Sevastopol and Yalta during the Crimean War. Admirals Kornilov (Mozzhukhin) and Nakhimov (Gromov) organize the defense during the siege of Sevastopol. Both admirals are killed during the battle, and the city of Sevastopol is taken by the alliance of British, French, Sardinian, and Turkish troops. The legendary feat of Sailor Koshka (Semenov) was staged at original location. The 100 minute-long film was premiered in 1911 at the Livadia, Yalta, palace for the Tsar Nicholas II.
Genres: War
Original Language: ru
Release Date: 1911-12-22
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The Departure of a Great Old Man
Overview: A group of peasants comes to see Leo Tolstoy and his wife, the Countess, to request some land. Tolstoy must explain to them that it is his wife who has authority over their land-holdings, and she will not help them. Stung by their negative reaction to him, Tolstoy becomes increasingly preoccupied with the problems of the poor. This leads to a number of conflicts with his wife, and then to a deep despondency, as the noted writer continues vainly to search for answers to the sufferings he sees around him.
Genres: Drama
Original Language: ru
Release Date: 1912-05-08
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