Evgeni Zagdansky, a World War II veteran and leader of Kyivnaukfilm, is portrayed through his son's reflections and their 1990s correspondence.
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Evgeni Zagdansky, a World War II veteran and leader of Kyivnaukfilm, is portrayed through his son's reflections and their 1990s correspondence.
Synopsis
Evgeni Zagdansky, a World War II veteran, led the Kyivnaukfilm studio in Kyiv for nearly two decades. His son, Andrei Zagdansky, reflects on their relationship through letters exchanged in the 1990s. The film includes clips from popular science films produced during Evgeni's tenure. It presents a personal narrative intertwined with the historical context of 20th-century Ukraine, focusing on themes of generational conflict and the cultural climate of the time. The documentary runs for 77 minutes and premiered in 2010.
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Why Watch
- Meet Evgeni Zagdansky, a WWII veteran turned filmmaker.
- See the impact of Kyivnaukfilm on Soviet cinema.
- Find out about the film festivals it participated in.
Did You Know
- Evgeni Zagdansky was the head of Kyivnaukfilm in Kyiv, Soviet Ukraine.
- The film won the National Laurel Award for best documentary in Moscow in 2010.
- My Father Evgeni has a duration of 77 minutes.
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Who directed the documentary My Father Evgeni?
Andrei Zagdansky wrote, directed, and produced My Father Evgeni.
What is the runtime of My Father Evgeni?
My Father Evgeni has a duration of 77 minutes.
Which award did My Father Evgeni win in Moscow?
My Father Evgeni won the National Laurel Award for the best documentary in Moscow in 2010.
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