Ballad of a Soldier (1959)
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Storyline
During World War II, earnest young Russian soldier Alyosha Skvortsov is rewarded with a short leave of absence for performing a heroic deed on the battlefield. Feeling homesick, he decides to visit his mother. Due to his kindhearted nature, however, Alyosha is repeatedly sidetracked by his efforts to help those he encounters, including a lovely girl named Shura. In his tour of a country devastated by war, he struggles to keep hope alive.
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Movie Details
| Original title | Баллада о солдате |
|---|---|
| Release date | Dec 20, 1959 |
| Status | Released |
| Keywords | world war ii, reflective, soldier, return home, russian soldier, soldier on leave, soldiers of the russian empire, blaze of glory |
FAQ
What is Ballad of a Soldier about?
During World War II, earnest young Russian soldier Alyosha Skvortsov is rewarded with a short leave of absence for performing a heroic deed on the battlefield. Feeling homesick, he decides to visit his mother. Due to his kindhearted nature, however, Alyosha is repeatedly sidetracked by his efforts to help those he encounters, including a lovely girl named Shura. In his tour of a country devastated by war, he struggles to keep hope alive.
When was Ballad of a Soldier released?
Ballad of a Soldier was released on Dec 20, 1959 (status: Released).
Who directed Ballad of a Soldier?
Grigoriy Chukhray directed Ballad of a Soldier.
What is the TMDB rating of Ballad of a Soldier?
Ballad of a Soldier has a TMDB rating of 8.0/10 from 227 votes.