The Countess
Аз, Графинята
Synopsis
A teenage girl's rebellion through drugs becomes a metaphor for the struggle between individuality and totalitarianism. Amidst the political upheaval of 1968, Sybilla (the "Countess") is sent to a girls' re-education camp when she is caught using drugs. After a failed affair and an abortion, Sybilla's drug use lands her in a mental clinic where she resists efforts to remold her personality. Based on a true story.
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Svetlana Yancheva
The Countess
Alexander Doynov
Toni
Valcho Kamarashev
Bay Kolyo-Kutziya Bil
Katya Paskaleva
Maria
Petar Popyordanov
Boyko
Maria Statulova
D-r Gerenska
Ilia Dobrev
Payryaza
Krastyo Lafazanov
Starshinata Penko
Eduard Sachariev
Rangel, Boyko's father
Martina Vachkova
Biyachkata
Hristo Garbov
Nacho
Iren Krivoshieva
Vili
Samuel Finzi
Itzhak Finzi
Psychiatrist
Release History & Theatrical Window
August 18, 1989
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Petar Popzlatev
- Screenplay & Story
- Petar Popzlatev, Raymond Vagenstain, Tzvetana Kolarova
- Original Score
- Georgi Genkov
- Original Title
- Аз, Графинята
- Country of Origin
- Bulgaria
- Spoken Languages
- Bulgarian
- Runtime
- 1h 59m
- Production Studios
- Boyana Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Petar Popzlatev
Petar Popzlatev, Raymond Vagenstain, Tzvetana Kolarova
Georgi Genkov
Emil Christov
Madlene Radicheva
Department Leadership Roster
Emil Christov
Director of Photography
Madlene Radicheva
Editor
Georgi Todorov
Production Design
Petar Popzlatev
Director
Petar Popzlatev
Writer
Raymond Vagenstain
Writer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Countess.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Countess
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What is The Countess about?
A teenage girl's rebellion through drugs becomes a metaphor for the struggle between individuality and totalitarianism. Amidst the political upheaval of 1968, Sybilla (the "Countess") is sent to a girls' re-education camp when she is caught using drugs. After a failed affair and an abortion, Sybilla's drug use lands her in a mental clinic where she resists efforts to remold her personality. Based on a true story.
Who directed The Countess?
The Countess was directed by Petar Popzlatev.
Who stars in The Countess?
The principal cast of The Countess includes Svetlana Yancheva, Alexander Doynov, Valcho Kamarashev, Katya Paskaleva, Petar Popyordanov.
When was The Countess released and how long is it?
The Countess was released in 1989 with a total runtime of 1h 59m.
Who composed the musical score for The Countess?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Countess was composed by Georgi Genkov.