An Old-Fashioned Comedy (1980): Cast
An Old-Fashioned Comedy is a 1980 romantic drama directed by Era Savelyeva and Tatyana Berezantseva, starring Igor Vladimirov as Rodion Nikolayevich, Alisa Freyndlikh and Boris Tokarev. It runs 1 hour 32 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 32m (92 min)
- Directors
- Era Savelyeva and Tatyana Berezantseva
- Original language
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Russian - Studio
- Mosfilm
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is An Old-Fashioned Comedy About?
The premise of An Old-Fashioned Comedy without spoilers.
Adapted from Aleksei Arbuzov’s play, the story follows chief physician Rodion Nikolayevich meeting patient Lydia Vasilievna at a sanatorium. Their first encounter is contentious after Lydia flouts the strict regimen, but as the two middle‑aged characters spend time together, their relationship deepens from acquaintanceship to friendship and affection.
An Old-Fashioned Comedy Themes & Keywords
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- world war two
- umbrella
- suitcase
- son
- song
- shimmy
- restaurant
- love
- heart
- doctor
- dancing
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- circus
- church
- charleston dance
- cemetery
An Old-Fashioned Comedy Cast & Characters
Igor Vladimirov leads the cast as Rodion Nikolayevich, with Alisa Freyndlikh as Lidiya Vasilyevna and Boris Tokarev as Lidiya Vasilyevna's son (uncredited). Directed by Era Savelyeva and Tatyana Berezantseva; 5 actors are credited in all.
- Co-director Era Savelyeva
- Co-director Tatyana Berezantseva
- Igor Vladimirov as Rodion Nikolayevich
- Alisa Freyndlikh as Lidiya Vasilyevna
- Boris Tokarev as Lidiya Vasilyevna's son (uncredited)
- Tamara Sovchi as barmaid (uncredited)
Also Starring in An Old-Fashioned Comedy
· 1 more- Galina Besedina singer in a cafe (uncredited)
An Old-Fashioned Comedy Also Known As
3 alternative titles, including “Старомодна комедія” and “Senamadiška komedija”.
- Also known as
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- Старомодна комедія
- Senamadiška komedija
- Staroświecka komedia
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An Old-Fashioned Comedy FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of An Old-Fashioned Comedy, each answered in a sentence.
How long is An Old-Fashioned Comedy?
An Old-Fashioned Comedy runs 1 hour 32 minutes (92 minutes).
When was An Old-Fashioned Comedy released?
An Old-Fashioned Comedy was released on February 11, 1980.
Who directed An Old-Fashioned Comedy?
An Old-Fashioned Comedy was directed by Era Savelyeva and Tatyana Berezantseva.
Who is in the cast of An Old-Fashioned Comedy?
An Old-Fashioned Comedy stars Igor Vladimirov as Rodion Nikolayevich, Alisa Freyndlikh as Lidiya Vasilyevna and Boris Tokarev as Lidiya Vasilyevna's son (uncredited), among 5 credited actors.
Does An Old-Fashioned Comedy have a post-credit scene?
No. An Old-Fashioned Comedy has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is An Old-Fashioned Comedy in?
The original language of An Old-Fashioned Comedy is Russian.
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