The Prosecutor
Прокурор
Synopsis
Prosecutor Olsen's lover, the singer-songwriter Betsy, leaves him for a new passion. And he, speaking in court as a prosecutor, remains deaf to the dictates of feelings, a ruthless servant of the harsh Law. Some time later, Betsy kills her new lover in a fit of jealousy; Olsen, who retained his feelings, nevertheless becomes her accuser at the trial. He seeks the condemnation of Betsy, but comes to the realization that he lived unrighteously, allowing himself to be judged, becoming a servant of Themis. Exit in the classic tradition of the great mute: Olsen commits suicide.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Yakov Protazanov
- Original Title
- Прокурор
- Country of Origin
- Russia
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Studios
- Yermoliev
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Yakov Protazanov
Joseph N. Ermolieff
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Yakov Protazanov
Director
Joseph N. Ermolieff
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What is The Prosecutor about?
Prosecutor Olsen's lover, the singer-songwriter Betsy, leaves him for a new passion. And he, speaking in court as a prosecutor, remains deaf to the dictates of feelings, a ruthless servant of the harsh Law. Some time later, Betsy kills her new lover in a fit of jealousy; Olsen, who retained his feelings, nevertheless becomes her accuser at the trial. He seeks the condemnation of Betsy, but comes to the realization that he lived unrighteously, allowing himself to be judged, becoming a servant of Themis. Exit in the classic tradition of the great mute: Olsen commits suicide.
Who directed The Prosecutor?
The Prosecutor was directed by Yakov Protazanov.
Who stars in The Prosecutor?
The principal cast of The Prosecutor includes Nathalie Lissenko, Ivan Mosjoukine, Vera Orlova, Olga Kondorova.
When was The Prosecutor released and how long is it?
The Prosecutor was released in 1917 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.