Aleksey Batalov
Actor in 'The Cranes Are Flying'
Born
November 20th, 1928
96 years ago
Died
2017
8 years ago — 89 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
Russia
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An influential figure in Soviet cinema, worked as an actor, director, and screenwriter. Gained prominence through significant performances in films such as 'The Cranes Are Flying,' which received the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival in 1958. Directed films and contributed to the development of film art in the Soviet Union. His work often reflected themes of human compassion and social issues.
Starred in 'The Cranes Are Flying'
Directed several notable films
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