Heroes of Shipka

Overview

Heroes of Shipka was the first solo effort for Soviet director Sergei Vasilyev, who had previously collaborated with his late brother Georgi. The film is set in 1887 during the pivotal battle between the Russians and the Turks at the Shipka Pass. Stressing the solidarity of the Soviet states, tribute is paid to the courageous Bulgarian volunteers who helped the Russians fend off their mutual enemy.

Details

Status

Released

Release date

February 22, 1955

Original language

Russian

Spoken languages

BULGARIAN, russian

Countries

Bulgaria, Soviet Union

Production

Lenfilm,Boyana Film,Bulgaria Film,Lenfilm, Boyana Film, Bulgaria Film

Budget

Not recorded

Revenue

Not recorded

IMDb

tt0047021