Dead Souls (Mertvye dushi. 5 serij) (1984) (2 DVD)

The film "Dead Souls" (1984), directed by Mikhail Schweizer, is a captivating satirical tragicomedy based on Nikolai Gogol's eponymous poem. The plot unfolds in the form of five episodes, creating a unique atmosphere of drama and melodrama.

Behind the camera of this masterpiece is the talented director Mikhail Schweizer, while the musical accompaniment is provided by the renowned composer Alfred Schnittke. The film is expertly shot by the outstanding cinematographer Dilshat Fatkhulin.

Starring in this film are eminent actors such as Inna Churikova, Alexander Kalyagin, Innokenty Smoktunovsky, who together create an incomparable ensemble, immersing the audience in the world of Gogolian satire. The faces embodying "dead souls" are portrayed by talented artists like Valery Zolotukhin, Yuri Bogatyrev, Lydia Fedoseeva-Shukshina, and many others.

This film carries a dramatic undertone interwoven with elements of melodrama, making it a true masterpiece of dramatic art. "Dead Souls" exudes the atmosphere of classic literature, transporting the audience into the unique realm of Gogol's prose.

Released in 1984, the film continues to capture the hearts of viewers with its profound storyline and outstanding performances.


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Film Mihaila Shvejcera. Satiricheskaya tragikomediya po odnoimennoj poe'me N.V.Gogolya. 1-5 serii.