The Burden of Fire
Tulekahju paine
Synopsis
In 1982, a fire broke out in the Soviet Antarctic research station Vostok and destroyed the station's power plant. The expedition was left without light or heating right before the four-month long polar night set in, with an outside temperature of -70 °C. The men decided not to ask for help, because they knew that it was nowhere to be found.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Riho Västrik
- Screenplay & Story
- Riho Västrik, Liina Triškina-Vanhatalo
- Original Score
- Tiit Kikas
- Original Title
- Tulekahju paine
- Country of Origin
- Estonia
- Spoken Languages
- Estonian, Russian
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Studios
- Vesilind
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Riho Västrik
Riho Västrik, Liina Triškina-Vanhatalo
Tiit Kikas
Arvo Vilu
Liina Triškina-Vanhatalo
Riho Västrik
Department Leadership Roster
Riho Västrik
Writer
Riho Västrik
Producer
Arvo Vilu
Director of Photography
Riho Västrik
Director
Liina Triškina-Vanhatalo
Editor
Liina Triškina-Vanhatalo
Writer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Burden of Fire.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Burden of Fire
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Burden of Fire about?
In 1982, a fire broke out in the Soviet Antarctic research station Vostok and destroyed the station's power plant. The expedition was left without light or heating right before the four-month long polar night set in, with an outside temperature of -70 °C. The men decided not to ask for help, because they knew that it was nowhere to be found.
Who directed The Burden of Fire?
The Burden of Fire was directed by Riho Västrik.
Who stars in The Burden of Fire?
The principal cast of The Burden of Fire includes Not specified.
When was The Burden of Fire released and how long is it?
The Burden of Fire was released in 2013 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.
Who composed the musical score for The Burden of Fire?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Burden of Fire was composed by Tiit Kikas.