In the comedy film "Funny Guys", the actors tried their best and accurately conveyed the mood of each hero. The musical comedy described was the first movie in this genre in the USSR and today is a classic. The film directed by Grigory Alexandrov was an unprecedented success both at home and abroad.
Plot
A funny musical story tells about the life and adventures of a talented shepherd named Kostya Potekhin. The boy was versed in music and wonderfully performed compositions on musical instruments.
Once the youth was mistaken for a famous foreign celebrity who toured the territory of the USSR. Konstantin was not at a loss and gathered an amazed audience beside his bright personality. Thanks to his talents, the simple-minded guy was later honored as a conductor of a jazz orchestra.
Not only the shepherd received recognition. Also, a housewife named Anna became an incredible singer.
And the most entertaining fact. The guys hold preparatory rehearsals for an important performance on the stage of the Bolshoi Theater at the funeral.
The film "Funny Guys": actors
In the comedy musical, the following legends left their mark:
- Kostya Potekhin - Leonid Utesov. Soviet entertainer. Sang, participated in filming and led the orchestra.
- Annie - Lyubov Orlova. Theater and film actress, wonderful dancer and no less virtuoso pianist.
- Elena - Maria Strelkova. Ukrainian actress and sensitive teacher.
- Elena's mother is Elena Tyapkina. Honored Artist of the RSFSR.
- Torchman - Fedor Kurikhin.
- The music teacher is Robert Erdman.
- Paraguayan conductor - G. Arnold.
The actors of the "Cheerful Guys" who are not indicated in the credits: Emanuel Geller, Sergey Kashtelyan, Nikolay Otto, Alexander Kostomolotsky and Valentin Parnakh.
The film itself causes a good laugh and awakens warmth in the heart. Therefore, for those who were tormented by severe winter frosts, this picture is a must-see.