Fragment of an Empire
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Director Frederick Ermler’s last silent feature and the last of four collaborations with actor Fiodor Nikitin. Nikitin plays an officer who spends a decade after the Great War as a shell-shocked amnesiac, until a glimpse of a woman through a train window sparks the return of his memory. He makes his way back to St. Petersburg, now Leningrad, a man out of time who struggles to make sense of the new society brought about by the revolution.
Cast
Fyodor Nikitin
as Filimonov
Lyudmila Semyonova
as Filimonov's wife
Valeri Solovtsov
as Filimonov's wife's new husband
Emil Gal
as Passenger in the train
Yakov Gudkin
as The wounded soldier
Sergei Gerasimov
as
Vyacheslav Viskovsky
as
Ursula Krug
as
Aleksandr Melnikov
as
Viktor Portnov
as Drunkard
Boris Feodosyev
as Officer
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Stream Fragment of an Empire online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A talked-about drama movie originally produced in Russian and released in 1929, it's earned a solid 5.7/10 from 25 viewers worldwide.
About Fragment of an Empire
Director Frederick Ermler’s last silent feature and the last of four collaborations with actor Fiodor Nikitin. Nikitin plays an officer who spends a decade after the Great War as a shell-shocked amnesiac, until a glimpse of a woman through a train window sparks the return of his memory. He makes his way back to St. Petersburg, now Leningrad, a man out of time who struggles to make sense of the new society brought about by the revolution. Running 110 minutes.
Fragment of an Empire Cast and Characters
The cast features Fyodor Nikitin (as Filimonov), Lyudmila Semyonova (as Filimonov's wife), Valeri Solovtsov (as Filimonov's wife's new husband), Emil Gal (as Passenger in the train), and Yakov Gudkin (as The wounded soldier). Their performances are a major reason Fragment of an Empire has built such a passionate audience.
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Fragment of an Empire flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts. If you enjoy Russian storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
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How long is Fragment of an Empire?
Fragment of an Empire runs for 110 minutes (about 1.8 hours).
Is Fragment of an Empire good? What's the rating?
Fragment of an Empire holds a 5.7/10 rating based on 25 reviews — a niche pick worth checking out.
Who is in the cast of Fragment of an Empire?
The main cast includes Fyodor Nikitin, Lyudmila Semyonova, Valeri Solovtsov, and Emil Gal, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Fragment of an Empire available in Russian?
Yes — Fragment of an Empire was originally produced in Russian and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV. English subtitles are provided when available.
When was Fragment of an Empire released?
Fragment of an Empire was released in 1929.
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What is Fragment of an Empire about?
Fragment of an Empire is a Drama film. Director Frederick Ermler’s last silent feature and the last of four collaborations with actor Fiodor Nikitin. Nikitin plays an officer who spends a decade after the Great War as a shell-shocked amnesiac, until a glimpse of a woman through a train window sparks the return of his memory. He makes his way back to St. Petersburg, now Leningrad, a man out of time who struggles to make sense of the new society brought about by the revolution.
When was Fragment of an Empire released?
Fragment of an Empire was released on October 28, 1929. It has a runtime of 1h 50m. The film was produced by Sovkino.
Who stars in Fragment of an Empire?
Fragment of an Empire stars Fyodor Nikitin, Lyudmila Semyonova, Valeri Solovtsov and Emil Gal. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is Fragment of an Empire available in HD?
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