The Pioneer's Violin
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Synopsis
Subtle coloring and an impressionistic approach to landscape distinguish this patriotic animated short set to music. After a flourishing Soviet hamlet is destroyed by Nazi planes, the sole survivor is confronted by a hulking Nazi commando in a tank. The military man tries to cajole the young violinist into repeating a jaunty harmonica melody at gunpoint but the boy strikes up a noble song of resistance instead. Stepantsev's film may romance the idea of martyrdom but it does so with a gravity not often found in similar films.
Release History & Theatrical Window
June 5, 1971
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Boris Stepantsev
- Screenplay & Story
- Yuri Yakovlev
- Original Score
- Mikhail Ziv
- Original Title
- Скрипка пионера
- Country of Origin
- Soviet Union
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 8m
- Production Studios
- Soyuzmultfilm
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Boris Stepantsev
Yuri Yakovlev
Mikhail Ziv
Mikhail Druyan
Department Leadership Roster
Boris Stepantsev
Director
Yuri Yakovlev
Writer
Mikhail Druyan
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Pioneer's Violin.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Pioneer's Violin
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Pioneer's Violin about?
Subtle coloring and an impressionistic approach to landscape distinguish this patriotic animated short set to music. After a flourishing Soviet hamlet is destroyed by Nazi planes, the sole survivor is confronted by a hulking Nazi commando in a tank. The military man tries to cajole the young violinist into repeating a jaunty harmonica melody at gunpoint but the boy strikes up a noble song of resistance instead. Stepantsev's film may romance the idea of martyrdom but it does so with a gravity not often found in similar films.
Who directed The Pioneer's Violin?
The Pioneer's Violin was directed by Boris Stepantsev.
Who stars in The Pioneer's Violin?
The principal cast of The Pioneer's Violin includes Not specified.
When was The Pioneer's Violin released and how long is it?
The Pioneer's Violin was released in 1971 with a total runtime of 8m.
Who composed the musical score for The Pioneer's Violin?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Pioneer's Violin was composed by Mikhail Ziv.