Pasternak
Synopsis
Using still pictures and newsreel footage, this short film tells the life story of Russian author Boris Pasternak, who was forced by the Russian government to refuse the 1958 Nobel Prize in literature for his novel Dr. Zhivago.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
December 31, 1965
Wide Cinema Exhibition
November 22, 2001
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Thomas Craven
- Original Title
- Pasternak
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 9m
- Production Studios
- Thomas Craven Film Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Thomas Craven
Department Leadership Roster
Thomas Craven
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Pasternak.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pasternak
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Pasternak about?
Using still pictures and newsreel footage, this short film tells the life story of Russian author Boris Pasternak, who was forced by the Russian government to refuse the 1958 Nobel Prize in literature for his novel Dr. Zhivago.
Who directed Pasternak?
Pasternak was directed by Thomas Craven.
Who stars in Pasternak?
The principal cast of Pasternak includes David Lean, Alec Guinness, Omar Sharif, Geraldine Chaplin, Julie Christie.
When was Pasternak released and how long is it?
Pasternak was released in 1965 with a total runtime of 9m.