Defence of Sevastopol
Dec 22, 1911 · 1h 40m
Director
Vasiliy Goncharov, Aleksandr KhanzhonkovOverview
First film ever that was shot by two cameras. Set in 1854-1855, in Sevastopol and Yalta during the Crimean War. Admirals Kornilov (Mozzhukhin) and Nakhimov (Gromov) organize the defense during the siege of Sevastopol. Both admirals are killed during the battle, and the city of Sevastopol is taken by the alliance of British, French, Sardinian, and Turkish troops. The legendary feat of Sailor Koshka (Semenov) was staged at original location. The 100 minute-long film was premiered in 1911 at the Livadia, Yalta, palace for the Tsar Nicholas II.
Cast of Defence of Sevastopol
Crew of Defence of Sevastopol
About Defence of Sevastopol
What is Defence of Sevastopol about?
First film ever that was shot by two cameras. Set in 1854-1855, in Sevastopol and Yalta during the Crimean War. Admirals Kornilov (Mozzhukhin) and Nakhimov (Gromov) organize the defense during the siege of Sevastopol. Both admirals are killed during the battle, and the city of Sevastopol is taken by the alliance of British, French, Sardinian, and Turkish troops. The legendary feat of Sailor…
When was Defence of Sevastopol released?
Defence of Sevastopol was released on December 22, 1911.
How long is Defence of Sevastopol?
Defence of Sevastopol runs 1 hour 40 minutes (100 minutes).
Who directed Defence of Sevastopol?
Defence of Sevastopol was directed by Vasiliy Goncharov and Aleksandr Khanzhonkov.
Who is in the cast of Defence of Sevastopol?
The cast of Defence of Sevastopol includes Andrey Gromov (Nakhimov), Nikolay Semenov (Seaman Koshka), Olga Petrova-Zvantseva (The sutler), Ivan Mosjoukine (Kornilov / associate of the envoy of the Menshkov retinue) and A. Gorin-Goryainov.