The Demon
Демон
Synopsis
The Demon (1960) is a Soviet opera-film based on the eponymous opera by Anton Rubinstein. The plot derives from Lermontov's Demon, a poem which was banned for decades due to its sacrilegious content. The titular demon is a fallen angel, a figure of negation and a brooding anti-hero. He falls in love with Tamara but his love destroys her. The Demon is played by the brilliant Estonian singer Georg Ots.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Vitaly Golovin
- Screenplay & Story
- Mikhail Lermontov
- Original Title
- Демон
- Spoken Languages
- Russian
- Runtime
- 1h 3m
- Production Studios
- Gosteleradio USSR
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Vitaly Golovin
Mikhail Lermontov
Department Leadership Roster
Vitaly Golovin
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Demon
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Demon about?
The Demon (1960) is a Soviet opera-film based on the eponymous opera by Anton Rubinstein. The plot derives from Lermontov's Demon, a poem which was banned for decades due to its sacrilegious content. The titular demon is a fallen angel, a figure of negation and a brooding anti-hero. He falls in love with Tamara but his love destroys her. The Demon is played by the brilliant Estonian singer Georg Ots.
Who directed The Demon?
The Demon was directed by Vitaly Golovin.
Who stars in The Demon?
The principal cast of The Demon includes Georg Ots, Sergey Lemeshev.
When was The Demon released and how long is it?
The Demon was released in 1960 with a total runtime of 1h 3m.
Is The Demon based on a book or true story?
The Demon is adapted from the following source material: Characters: "Mikhail Lermontov".