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4.5 / 10(15 votes)IMDb19822h 19mItaly, Mexico, Soviet Union

Red Bells Part II: I Saw the Birth of a New World

Красные колокола. Я видел рождение нового мира. Фильм второй.

Synopsis

The second part of Soviet filmmaker Sergei Bondarchuk's epic biography of John Reed. It is October 1917 and the American journalist has found himself and his wife, Louise Bryant, in Petrograd on the eve of the Bolshevik revolution.

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Release History & Theatrical Window

World Premiere

Montréal World Film Festival

Festival / Special Debut

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Sergei Bondarchuk
Screenplay & Story
Antonio Saguera, Sergei Bondarchuk, John Reed
Original Score
Georgy Sviridov
Original Title
Красные колокола. Я видел рождение нового мира. Фильм второй.
Country of Origin
Italy, Mexico, Soviet Union
Spoken Languages
Spanish, Italian, Russian
Runtime
2h 19m
Production Studios
Mosfilm, Conacite Dos, Cinefin, RAI, Vides International

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Sergei Bondarchuk

Screenplay & Story

Antonio Saguera, Sergei Bondarchuk, John Reed

Original Score & Music

Georgy Sviridov

Director of Photography

Vadim Yusov

Literary Origin & Source Material
Book:John Reed

Department Leadership Roster

Antonio Saguera

Writer

Georgy Sviridov

Georgy Sviridov

Original Music Composer

Sergei Bondarchuk

Sergei Bondarchuk

Director

Sergei Bondarchuk

Sergei Bondarchuk

Writer

Vadim Yusov

Vadim Yusov

Director of Photography

Pavel Lipatov

Costume Design

Nelli Fomina

Nelli Fomina

Costume Design

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Red Bells Part II: I Saw the Birth of a New World.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Red Bells Part II: I Saw the Birth of a New World

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

What is Red Bells Part II: I Saw the Birth of a New World about?

The second part of Soviet filmmaker Sergei Bondarchuk's epic biography of John Reed. It is October 1917 and the American journalist has found himself and his wife, Louise Bryant, in Petrograd on the eve of the Bolshevik revolution.

Who directed Red Bells Part II: I Saw the Birth of a New World?

Red Bells Part II: I Saw the Birth of a New World was directed by Sergei Bondarchuk.

Who stars in Red Bells Part II: I Saw the Birth of a New World?

The principal cast of Red Bells Part II: I Saw the Birth of a New World includes Franco Nero, Anatoly Ustyzhaninov, Sydne Rome, Bohdan Stupka, Valeriy Barinov.

When was Red Bells Part II: I Saw the Birth of a New World released and how long is it?

Red Bells Part II: I Saw the Birth of a New World was released in 1982 with a total runtime of 2h 19m.

Who composed the musical score for Red Bells Part II: I Saw the Birth of a New World?

The original motion picture soundtrack for Red Bells Part II: I Saw the Birth of a New World was composed by Georgy Sviridov.

Is Red Bells Part II: I Saw the Birth of a New World based on a book or true story?

Red Bells Part II: I Saw the Birth of a New World is adapted from the following source material: Book: "John Reed".