Natalya Kustinskaya
Soviet actress in 'The Cranes Are Flying'
Born
April 5th, 1938
87 years ago
Died
2012
13 years ago — 74 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
Russia
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Born in 1938, Kustinskaya was a prominent Soviet actress who gained recognition for her role in the film 'The Cranes Are Flying', which won the Palme d'Or at the 1958 Cannes Film Festival. Throughout her career, she appeared in a variety of Soviet films and television productions. Kustinskaya's performances were often characterized by emotional depth and realism, contributing significantly to the Soviet cinema landscape during her active years. She continued to work in the industry until the late 1990s, leaving behind a legacy of influential roles in classic Soviet films.
Starred in 'The Cranes Are Flying'
Worked extensively in Soviet cinema
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