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Oleg Efremov. For The Theater To Be...

Олег Ефремов. Чтобы был театр

Synopsis

Oleg Yefremov was one of the most beloved actors and directors in Russia. He was the founder of the Sovremennik (Contemporary) Theatre and later became the artistic director of the Moscow Art Theatre. The film shows him in a moment of extreme dramatic tension: Yefremov has decided to split the repertory company into two. His aim is to re energize a stagnant group of actors and move them away from an artistic "dead end". The company, split into supporters and detractors discusses the situation on very heated terms. The situation mirrors the overall climate of a country and a society shaken by the changes brought about by perestroika.

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Marina Goldovskaya
Screenplay & Story
Marina Goldovskaya
Original Score
Marianna Krutoyarskaya
Original Title
Олег Ефремов. Чтобы был театр
Country of Origin
Soviet Union
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 27m
Production Studios
Ekran, Central Television USSR

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Marina Goldovskaya

Screenplay & Story

Marina Goldovskaya

Original Score & Music

Marianna Krutoyarskaya

Director of Photography

Marina Goldovskaya

Department Leadership Roster

Marina Goldovskaya

Marina Goldovskaya

Director

Marina Goldovskaya

Marina Goldovskaya

Writer

Marina Goldovskaya

Marina Goldovskaya

Director of Photography

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Frequently Asked Questions About Oleg Efremov. For The Theater To Be...

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Oleg Efremov. For The Theater To Be... about?

Oleg Yefremov was one of the most beloved actors and directors in Russia. He was the founder of the Sovremennik (Contemporary) Theatre and later became the artistic director of the Moscow Art Theatre. The film shows him in a moment of extreme dramatic tension: Yefremov has decided to split the repertory company into two. His aim is to re energize a stagnant group of actors and move them away from an artistic "dead end". The company, split into supporters and detractors discusses the situation on very heated terms. The situation mirrors the overall climate of a country and a society shaken by the changes brought about by perestroika.

Who directed Oleg Efremov. For The Theater To Be...?

Oleg Efremov. For The Theater To Be... was directed by Marina Goldovskaya.

Who stars in Oleg Efremov. For The Theater To Be...?

The principal cast of Oleg Efremov. For The Theater To Be... includes Oleg Efremov, Viktor Rozov, Galina Volchek, Igor Kvasha.

When was Oleg Efremov. For The Theater To Be... released and how long is it?

Oleg Efremov. For The Theater To Be... was released in 1987 with a total runtime of 1h 27m.

Who composed the musical score for Oleg Efremov. For The Theater To Be...?

The original motion picture soundtrack for Oleg Efremov. For The Theater To Be... was composed by Marianna Krutoyarskaya.