Plot — What is The Cranes Are Flying about?
Veronika and Boris come together in Moscow shortly before World War II. Walking along the river, they watch cranes fly overhead, and promise to rendezvous before Boris leaves to fight. Boris misses the meeting and is off to the front lines, while Veronika waits patiently, sending letters faithfully. After her house is bombed, Veronika moves in with Boris' family, into the company of a cousin with his own intentions.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 1957 |
| Genre | Drama, Romance, War |
| Language | RU |
| Runtime | 97 min |
| Audience Score | 79% (7.9/10, 479 votes) |
The Cranes Are Flying — FAQ
Is The Cranes Are Flying worth watching? The Cranes Are Flying holds a 7.9/10 rating from 479 viewers. Veronika and Boris come together in Moscow shortly before World War II. Walking along the river, they watch cranes fly overhead, and promise to rendezvous before Boris leaves to fight. Boris misses the meeting and is off
Who directed The Cranes Are Flying? Directed by Mikhail Kalatozov.
Who is in the cast of The Cranes Are Flying? It stars Tatyana Samoylova, Aleksey Batalov, Vasili Merkuryev, Aleksandr Shvorin, Svetlana Kharitonova, Konstantin Kadochnikov and more.
Where can I stream The Cranes Are Flying? You can stream The Cranes Are Flying on Criterion Channel. Availability may vary by region.
When did The Cranes Are Flying release? It released in 1957.
