Fairy tale. Russian Russian epic film adaptation about the glorious hero of the Russian land Ilya Muromets, staged by the famous storyteller of the Soviet Union Alexander Ptushko. Fortunately, Mosfilm restored this wonderful picture in 2021, and it was this version that I happened to see - and this spectacle makes all sorts of "Avengers" nervously smoke on the sidelines, because the picture and special effects of the mid-fifties of the last century amaze with their scale. I've been wanting to see this picture for a long time, but my hands didn't reach it in any way, and now they have. And here's my brief opinion for you - A bright patriotic Soviet cinema. I want to inform you in advance that there are no shortcomings in the picture (after all, we will not consider some technical points and a concise script as shortcomings), so we will focus on the expressive advantages of this magnificent patriotic fairy tale.
So, here they are: 1. Scenario - we all, starting from childhood, know about the story of the legendary Russian hero Ilya Muromets: how he was ill for thirty years and three years, until his wise men cured him, how he defeated the Robber Nightingale and how he saved Russia from external and internal enemies more than once. Soviet animation contributed to this image, and this picture tells about the same thing. We will be shown Russia, which is tormented by the nomads of the Tugars under the leadership of the Kalin Tsar. Brazen enemies want to capture Kiev Grad - the capital of Russia. The Russian people suffer, because there are few heroes in Kiev, and the old Svyatogor is no longer able to hold his sword-kladenets. It seemed that Russia would perish under the hooves of filthy tugars. But a certain Ilya Ivanovich came to Kiev from near Murom, who in a short time neutralized several dangerous opponents and became a hero - and even a friend to Dobryna Nikitich and Alyosha Popovich. But the Tugars are not asleep, because in the capital city of Kiev they have their own man, who was ordered to lime all the heroes and thereby contribute to the victory of the Kalin Tsar. But Ilya Muromets is not asleep. He is a cunning and resourceful man, and he can do a lot. And he will survive the glory, and undeserved disgrace, but devotion to the Motherland, and loyal friends will help him in a difficult moment. What can I say, the ending of the picture is happy (and even instructive), as befits a fairy tale. The images are vivid, the dialogues are pleasing to the ear. The actors look good. The script teaches loyalty to his homeland, to his people. That is, what is so lacking in our time. Therefore, this picture is more relevant than ever, and it is desirable to turn it on federal channels, and not all sorts of "Calls" or "Kakhs" there (as I remembered about these, it already became disgusting).
2. Costumes and scenery - the picture was shot in the pavilion and in the Crimea - and it almost does not catch the eye. Stolny grad Kiev, though a small chamber, but inspires respect. And how beautiful the princely palace is! There is so much interesting and historical in it. It just needs to be seen. The costumes also did not disappoint - everything looks as similar as possible to Ancient Russia. The costumers and decorators of Mosfilm know their business, so you can only admire it.
3. Special effects - they are here, and there are quite a lot of them, which was very rare in those days. Of course, the local Snake Gorynych is very out of this row with his rubber and obvious technical issues, but this is an exception (apparently they could not do it the way they originally planned, I will not blame them for this). Tricks with mirrors, extras, a special shooting angle and many more technical details turned the adaptation of the fairy tale into a world"class "blockbuster". Even now, you are amazed at all this abundance.
4. Battles - they are massive here, because there are so many people on the screen (and this is without special effects) that this picture can be called the forerunner of "War and Peace" by Sergei Bondarchuk. Of course, practically cardboard swords and the lack of blood are not particularly impressive now, but this matter can be forgiven, because it's all compensated by excellent acting. And the final battle is just fire!
5. Patriotism - the painting teaches love for one's homeland, for one's people. This is both said and shown in practice. After all, if we are together, then no one will ever be able to defeat us. So it was, so it is, and so it will always be!
A little about the main characters: 1. Ilya Muromets performed by Boris Andreev - yes, Boris Andreev does not pull on the thirty-year-old Ilya Muromets, but otherwise he is a magnificent Russian hero who is strong by nature, and cunning for all sorts of inventions. He sees enemies both inside Russia and at its borders. Brave in battle, fair in negotiations, firm in disgrace. After all, he knows perfectly well that the truth is behind him. People love him, the prince honors him (though not without incident). You worry about Ilya, you wish him victory with all your heart. Boris Fedorovich was great as always. Bravo!
2. Prince Vladimir performed by Andrey Abrikosov is the Prince of Russia, who lives in Stolny grad. He shows himself to be a cautious politician, although he does not take up determination, but he succumbs to false slander. Although not devoid of mercy. A little contradictory turned out to be the prince, who was superbly played by Andrei Lvovich Abrikosov. Bravo!
3. The boyar Myshatochka performed by Sergei Martinson is a bad man, a skinner, a traitor, plotting evil against Russia. He is very insidious and has a well-suspended tongue, thanks to which he manages to do various nasty things for a long time. When I saw that sly squint and the familiar voice, I immediately thought of Sergei Alexandrovich. I climbed in to check - and I was not mistaken. I recognize this squint everywhere now. His character turned out to be comical, and at the same time very instructive. Bravo to Sergey Alexandrovich!
It should also be noted Sergey Stolyarov in the role of Alyosha Popovich. This is our favorite Sadko. And some more actors from "Sadko" were filmed here - and that's good.
My rating is 10 out of 10 and my recommendation for viewing!
So, here they are: 1. Scenario - we all, starting from childhood, know about the story of the legendary Russian hero Ilya Muromets: how he was ill for thirty years and three years, until his wise men cured him, how he defeated the Robber Nightingale and how he saved Russia from external and internal enemies more than once. Soviet animation contributed to this image, and this picture tells about the same thing. We will be shown Russia, which is tormented by the nomads of the Tugars under the leadership of the Kalin Tsar. Brazen enemies want to capture Kiev Grad - the capital of Russia. The Russian people suffer, because there are few heroes in Kiev, and the old Svyatogor is no longer able to hold his sword-kladenets. It seemed that Russia would perish under the hooves of filthy tugars. But a certain Ilya Ivanovich came to Kiev from near Murom, who in a short time neutralized several dangerous opponents and became a hero - and even a friend to Dobryna Nikitich and Alyosha Popovich. But the Tugars are not asleep, because in the capital city of Kiev they have their own man, who was ordered to lime all the heroes and thereby contribute to the victory of the Kalin Tsar. But Ilya Muromets is not asleep. He is a cunning and resourceful man, and he can do a lot. And he will survive the glory, and undeserved disgrace, but devotion to the Motherland, and loyal friends will help him in a difficult moment. What can I say, the ending of the picture is happy (and even instructive), as befits a fairy tale. The images are vivid, the dialogues are pleasing to the ear. The actors look good. The script teaches loyalty to his homeland, to his people. That is, what is so lacking in our time. Therefore, this picture is more relevant than ever, and it is desirable to turn it on federal channels, and not all sorts of "Calls" or "Kakhs" there (as I remembered about these, it already became disgusting).
2. Costumes and scenery - the picture was shot in the pavilion and in the Crimea - and it almost does not catch the eye. Stolny grad Kiev, though a small chamber, but inspires respect. And how beautiful the princely palace is! There is so much interesting and historical in it. It just needs to be seen. The costumes also did not disappoint - everything looks as similar as possible to Ancient Russia. The costumers and decorators of Mosfilm know their business, so you can only admire it.
3. Special effects - they are here, and there are quite a lot of them, which was very rare in those days. Of course, the local Snake Gorynych is very out of this row with his rubber and obvious technical issues, but this is an exception (apparently they could not do it the way they originally planned, I will not blame them for this). Tricks with mirrors, extras, a special shooting angle and many more technical details turned the adaptation of the fairy tale into a world"class "blockbuster". Even now, you are amazed at all this abundance.
4. Battles - they are massive here, because there are so many people on the screen (and this is without special effects) that this picture can be called the forerunner of "War and Peace" by Sergei Bondarchuk. Of course, practically cardboard swords and the lack of blood are not particularly impressive now, but this matter can be forgiven, because it's all compensated by excellent acting. And the final battle is just fire!
5. Patriotism - the painting teaches love for one's homeland, for one's people. This is both said and shown in practice. After all, if we are together, then no one will ever be able to defeat us. So it was, so it is, and so it will always be!
A little about the main characters: 1. Ilya Muromets performed by Boris Andreev - yes, Boris Andreev does not pull on the thirty-year-old Ilya Muromets, but otherwise he is a magnificent Russian hero who is strong by nature, and cunning for all sorts of inventions. He sees enemies both inside Russia and at its borders. Brave in battle, fair in negotiations, firm in disgrace. After all, he knows perfectly well that the truth is behind him. People love him, the prince honors him (though not without incident). You worry about Ilya, you wish him victory with all your heart. Boris Fedorovich was great as always. Bravo!
2. Prince Vladimir performed by Andrey Abrikosov is the Prince of Russia, who lives in Stolny grad. He shows himself to be a cautious politician, although he does not take up determination, but he succumbs to false slander. Although not devoid of mercy. A little contradictory turned out to be the prince, who was superbly played by Andrei Lvovich Abrikosov. Bravo!
3. The boyar Myshatochka performed by Sergei Martinson is a bad man, a skinner, a traitor, plotting evil against Russia. He is very insidious and has a well-suspended tongue, thanks to which he manages to do various nasty things for a long time. When I saw that sly squint and the familiar voice, I immediately thought of Sergei Alexandrovich. I climbed in to check - and I was not mistaken. I recognize this squint everywhere now. His character turned out to be comical, and at the same time very instructive. Bravo to Sergey Alexandrovich!
It should also be noted Sergey Stolyarov in the role of Alyosha Popovich. This is our favorite Sadko. And some more actors from "Sadko" were filmed here - and that's good.
My rating is 10 out of 10 and my recommendation for viewing!