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The Commissars

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1971-07-01
1h 14m
UK
Released
Dovzhenko Film Studios

About

This ideologically charged film as a typical sample of Soviet version of history portrays the events in Ukraine in 1921 after the defeat of Ukrainian liberation struggle and the occupation of the country by invading Bolshevik hordes. The Bolsheviks are good guys and Ukrainian rebels refusing to submit to a new, this time Soviet, slavery are portrayed as bandits and brigands fighting against their own people.

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About The Commissars

This ideologically charged film as a typical sample of Soviet version of history portrays the events in Ukraine in 1921 after the defeat of Ukrainian liberation struggle and the occupation of the country by invading Bolshevik hordes. The Bolsheviks are good guys and Ukrainian rebels refusing to submit to a new, this time Soviet, slavery are portrayed as bandits and brigands fighting against their own people. Running 74 minutes.

The Commissars Cast and Characters

The cast features Kostiantyn Stepankov (as Fedor), Ivan Mykolaichuk (as Gromov), Fedir Panasenko (as Gerasimenko), Boryslav Brondukov (as Koval), and Vladimir Skomarovsky (as Smirnov). Their performances are a major reason The Commissars has built such a passionate audience.

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Why People Are Watching The Commissars

The Commissars flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts. If you enjoy UK 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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Where can I watch The Commissars online for free?

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How long is The Commissars?

The Commissars runs for 74 minutes (about 1.2 hour).

Is The Commissars good? What's the rating?

The Commissars holds a 6.7/10 rating based on 3 reviews — a solid pick if the genre interests you.

Who is in the cast of The Commissars?

The main cast includes Kostiantyn Stepankov, Ivan Mykolaichuk, Fedir Panasenko, and Boryslav Brondukov, plus a strong supporting ensemble.

Is The Commissars available in UK?

Yes — The Commissars was originally produced in UK and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV. English subtitles are provided when available.

When was The Commissars released?

The Commissars was released in 1971.

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Where can I watch The Commissars for free?

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What is The Commissars about?

The Commissars is a Drama/History film. This ideologically charged film as a typical sample of Soviet version of history portrays the events in Ukraine in 1921 after the defeat of Ukrainian liberation struggle and the occupation of the country by invading Bolshevik hordes. The Bolsheviks are good guys and Ukrainian rebels refusing to submit to a new, this time Soviet, slavery are portrayed as bandits and brigands fighting against their own people.

When was The Commissars released?

The Commissars was released on July 1, 1971. It has a runtime of 1h 14m. The film was produced by Dovzhenko Film Studios.

Who stars in The Commissars?

The Commissars stars Kostiantyn Stepankov, Ivan Mykolaichuk, Fedir Panasenko and Boryslav Brondukov. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.

Is The Commissars available in HD?

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