Defence of Sevastopol
Оборона Севастополя
Synopsis
First film ever that was shot by two cameras. Set in 1854-1855, in Sevastopol and Yalta during the Crimean War. Admirals Kornilov (Mozzhukhin) and Nakhimov (Gromov) organize the defense during the siege of Sevastopol. Both admirals are killed during the battle, and the city of Sevastopol is taken by the alliance of British, French, Sardinian, and Turkish troops. The legendary feat of Sailor Koshka (Semenov) was staged at original location. The 100 minute-long film was premiered in 1911 at the Livadia, Yalta, palace for the Tsar Nicholas II.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Premiere at the Moscow Conservatory. New style date (Old: 15.10.1911)
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Vasiliy Goncharov, Aleksandr Khanzhonkov
- Screenplay & Story
- Aleksandr Khanzhonkov, Vasiliy Goncharov
- Original Score
- Georgiy Kazachenko
- Original Title
- Оборона Севастополя
- Country of Origin
- Russia
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- A. Khanzhonkov and Co.
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Vasiliy Goncharov, Aleksandr Khanzhonkov
Aleksandr Khanzhonkov, Vasiliy Goncharov
Georgiy Kazachenko
Louis Forestier, Alexander Ryllo
Aleksandr Khanzhonkov
Department Leadership Roster
Vasiliy Goncharov
Director
Aleksandr Khanzhonkov
Director
Aleksandr Khanzhonkov
Producer
Aleksandr Khanzhonkov
Writer
Vasiliy Goncharov
Writer
Louis Forestier
Director of Photography
Alexander Ryllo
Director of Photography
Vyacheslav Fester
Production Design
Georgiy Kazachenko
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Defence of Sevastopol
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Defence of Sevastopol about?
First film ever that was shot by two cameras. Set in 1854-1855, in Sevastopol and Yalta during the Crimean War. Admirals Kornilov (Mozzhukhin) and Nakhimov (Gromov) organize the defense during the siege of Sevastopol. Both admirals are killed during the battle, and the city of Sevastopol is taken by the alliance of British, French, Sardinian, and Turkish troops. The legendary feat of Sailor Koshka (Semenov) was staged at original location. The 100 minute-long film was premiered in 1911 at the Livadia, Yalta, palace for the Tsar Nicholas II.
Who directed Defence of Sevastopol?
Defence of Sevastopol was directed by Vasiliy Goncharov, Aleksandr Khanzhonkov.
Who stars in Defence of Sevastopol?
The principal cast of Defence of Sevastopol includes Andrey Gromov, Nikolay Semenov, Olga Petrova-Zvantseva, Ivan Mosjoukine, A. Gorin-Goryainov.
When was Defence of Sevastopol released and how long is it?
Defence of Sevastopol was released in 1911 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
Who composed the musical score for Defence of Sevastopol?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Defence of Sevastopol was composed by Georgiy Kazachenko.