One Day in the Life of Ivan Denisovich
Synopsis
Fly-on-the-wall treatment of an ordinary day in the life of a prisoner in Stalin's Gulag. Closely adapted from Solzhenitsyn's classic novel based on his own experiences. Shot entirely on location in northern Norway
Top Cast
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Tom Courtenay
Ivan Denisovich
Espen Skjønberg
Tiurin
Alf Malland
Fetiukov
Frimann Falck Clausen
Senka
Jo Skønberg
Gopchik
Wolfe Morris
Odd Jan Sandsdalen
Eino
Torstein Rustdal
Vaino
James Maxwell
Captain
Alfred Burke
Alyosha
Lars Nordrum
Matthew Guinness
Kilgas
Kjell Stormoen
Sverre Hansen
Hans Stormoen
Roy Bjørnstad
Paul Connell
Tsetzar
Release History & Theatrical Window
May 16, 1971
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Casper Wrede
- Screenplay & Story
- Ronald Harwood
- Original Score
- Arne Nordheim
- Original Title
- One Day in the Life of Ivan Denisovich
- Country of Origin
- Norway, United Kingdom, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Production Studios
- Norsk Film, Westinghouse Broadcasting International
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Casper Wrede
Ronald Harwood, Alexandr Solzhenitsyn
Arne Nordheim
Sven Nykvist
Thelma Connell
Casper Wrede
Department Leadership Roster
Casper Wrede
Director
Ronald Harwood
Screenplay
Casper Wrede
Producer
Sven Nykvist
Director of Photography
Thelma Connell
Editor
Arne Nordheim
Original Music Composer
Per Schwab
Production Design
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Frequently Asked Questions About One Day in the Life of Ivan Denisovich
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What is One Day in the Life of Ivan Denisovich about?
Fly-on-the-wall treatment of an ordinary day in the life of a prisoner in Stalin's Gulag. Closely adapted from Solzhenitsyn's classic novel based on his own experiences. Shot entirely on location in northern Norway
Who directed One Day in the Life of Ivan Denisovich?
One Day in the Life of Ivan Denisovich was directed by Casper Wrede.
Who stars in One Day in the Life of Ivan Denisovich?
The principal cast of One Day in the Life of Ivan Denisovich includes Tom Courtenay, Espen Skjønberg, Alf Malland, Frimann Falck Clausen, Jo Skønberg.
When was One Day in the Life of Ivan Denisovich released and how long is it?
One Day in the Life of Ivan Denisovich was released in 1970 with a total runtime of 1h 45m.
Who composed the musical score for One Day in the Life of Ivan Denisovich?
The original motion picture soundtrack for One Day in the Life of Ivan Denisovich was composed by Arne Nordheim.
Is One Day in the Life of Ivan Denisovich based on a book or true story?
One Day in the Life of Ivan Denisovich is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Alexandr Solzhenitsyn".