Heroes of Shipka

Heroes of Shipka (1955)

Герои Шипки

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.

Date of release
1955-02-22
TMDB
5.5 / 10 (11)
Runtime
2h 3m
Genres
War, Drama, History
Director
Sergey Vasilev

Casting

Interesting facts

Geroite na Shipka is a 1955 Soviet Union/Bulgarian co-production historical drama film. It tells the story of the famous Battle of Shipka Pass during the Russo-Turkish War of 1877–78. The production companies behind the film are Boyana Film, Bulgar Film and Lenfilm.

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