Plot — What is Ballad of a Soldier about?
During World War II, earnest young Russian soldier Alyosha Skvortsov is rewarded with a short leave of absence for performing a heroic deed on the battlefield. Feeling homesick, he decides to visit his mother. Due to his kindhearted nature, however, Alyosha is repeatedly sidetracked by his efforts to help those he encounters, including a lovely girl named Shura. In his tour of a country devastated by war, he struggles to keep hope alive.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 1959 |
| Genre | Drama, Romance, War |
| Language | RU |
| Runtime | 89 min |
| Audience Score | 80% (8.0/10, 229 votes) |
Ballad of a Soldier — FAQ
Is Ballad of a Soldier worth watching? Ballad of a Soldier holds a 8.0/10 rating from 229 viewers. During World War II, earnest young Russian soldier Alyosha Skvortsov is rewarded with a short leave of absence for performing a heroic deed on the battlefield. Feeling homesick, he decides to visit his mother. Due to his
Who directed Ballad of a Soldier? Directed by Grigoriy Chukhray.
Who is in the cast of Ballad of a Soldier? It stars Vladimir Ivashov, Zhanna Prokhorenko, Antonina Maksimova, Nikolay Kryuchkov, Evgeniy Urbanskiy, Elza Lezhdey and more.
Where can I stream Ballad of a Soldier? You can stream Ballad of a Soldier on Criterion Channel. Availability may vary by region.
When did Ballad of a Soldier release? It released in 1959.
